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Sodexo Ltd; Cobham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Discounts

Retirement Planning

Cycle to Work Scheme

Full Training & Uniform Provided

Job summary

Reed's School in Cobham, Surrey, is seeking a friendly café assistant to join the catering team on Saturdays. You will deliver a welcoming service, prepare and serve food and drinks to high standards, and ensure all opening, service and closing procedures are carried out effectively.

The role requires maintaining safety, hygiene and allergen procedures, keeping accurate records, and supporting wider catering activities to create an exceptional experience for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cafe or hospitality service with focus on high standards.
• Awareness of food safety, allergen handling and record-keeping.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an efficient and welcoming cafe service that reflects Reed's School standards.
• Prepare, present, and serve food and beverages professionally and safely.
• Ensure opening, service, and closing procedures are completed effectively.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented cafe environment at all times.
• Accurately complete food safety, cleaning, and compliance records.
• Follow allergen procedures and provide clear information to customers when required.
• Monitor standards, identify issues promptly, and take action to maintain service quality.
• Support the wider catering team to deliver an exceptional experience for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Allergen management

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Days/Shift Pattern Saturday 34 weeks per year

Rate of Pay £14.00/£15.50 per hour with excellent benefit

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Reed's School, located in Cobham, Surrey, is a leading independent co-educational school and part of the Reed's Schools' Family of Schools. Founded in 1813 by Reverend Dr Andrew Reed, the School is built on a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and strong values. Together with Ripley Court School and Feltonfleet School, Reed's provides a nurturing educational journey from nursery through to Sixth Form, developing confident, compassionate, and independent young people who are prepared to make a positive contribution to society.

What You Will Do:

• Deliver an efficient and welcoming café service that reflects the high standards of Reed's School.


• Prepare, present, and serve food and beverages professionally and safely.


• Ensure all opening, service, and closing procedures are completed effectively.


• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented café environment at all times.


• Accurately complete food safety, cleaning, and compliance records.


• Follow allergen procedures and provide clear information to customers when required.


• Monitor standards, identify issues promptly, and take appropriate action to maintain service quality.


• Support the wider catering team to help deliver an exceptional experience for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors.

What You Will Bring:

• A friendly, professional, and customer-focused approach, ensuring every visitor receives a warm welcome.


• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and high standards.


• Experience working independently and taking responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of a service environment.


• A commitment to maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, and allergen management standards.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling me to build positive relationships with parents, visitors, and colleagues.


• A reliable and proactive attitude with the flexibility to support wider catering and hospitality activities when required.

What We Offer:

• Employee Assistance Programme


• Exclusive Discounts


• Retirement Planning


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Full Training & Uniform Provided

Join Us Today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.