Retail Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7医

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is hiring a Retail Assistant for Hereford County Hospital. You will support daily food service operations, prepare and store items safely, manage stock, and assist customers with a focus on a positive patient and visitor experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to hygiene standards, and contributing to a comforting hospital environment. Competitive pay, benefits, and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service in a fast-paced setting.
• Level 2 Food Safety certification is preferred.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Proactive, collaborative team player with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation and compliance with hospital and Sodexo standards.
• Receive deliveries, manage stock, rotate inventory to reduce waste.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace following hygiene guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer engagement and promote Sodexo brands.
• Operate tills, handle transactions, and keep accurate records.
• Participate in training and performance reviews to support growth.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Job description

Job Description Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.

• Friday / 09:30-16:30 £12.92 per hour Blue light card, up to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Sodexo discounts Location is Hereford County Hospital Check your local transport linkshere: Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you should input is:HR1 2ER Please take the time to read the attached jobdescription Job Introduction Feed our customers and we’ll fuelyour career.

At Sodexo, we believe that each interaction is anopportunity to make a meaningful difference.

As a Retail Assistantat Hereford County Hospital, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the daily experiences of patients, visitors, and staff.Your dedication toexceptional customer service can help alleviate the stress often associatedwith hospital stays, contributing to a more comfortable environment for all.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

Youbelong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Food Preparation & Compliance:Prepare and store food items in line with Hospital and Sodexo standards, ensuring quality and safety.
• Stock Management:Receive deliveries, manage inventory, and implement stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Safety & Hygiene:Maintain a clean and safe workspace, adhering to hygiene and uniform guidelines.
• Customer Engagement:Provide outstanding service, promote our brands, and suggest additional products to enhance the customer experience.
• Transaction Handling:Operate tills accurately, manage revenue, and keep precise records.
• Continuous Development:Participate in training sessions and performance reviews to foster personal growth.

What You Bring:

• Experience:Background in food service within a fast-paced setting.
• Certifications:Level 2 Food Safety certification is preferred.
• Skills:Strong communication abilities, effective time management, and organisational skills.
• Attitude:A proactive approach to learning, self-motivation, and a collaborative spirit.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job

• it’s a chance to make a difference every day.

You’ll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters.

We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.

• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater?

About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every dayfor everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services thatimprove the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food andFM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeing an inclusive employer.

Weare a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from peoplewith a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with ourEmployee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed tochanging attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have thechance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a DisabilityConfident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet theminimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.