Service Desk Analyst - French Speaking

Brakes; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food service company in the UK is seeking a bilingual Service Desk Analyst who speaks English and French. The role involves providing first-line IT support, troubleshooting issues, and delivering excellent customer service. Applicants should have experience in Service Desk environments and a strong familiarity with ITIL principles and ServiceNow. This position is full-time and promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, ensuring everyone feels they belong as part of the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in Service Desk or similar IT support environment.
• Bilingual - fluent in English and French.
• Ability to work remotely and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide level 1 support for internal users.
• Log and resolve incidents in ServiceNow.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Service Desk experience

Customer service skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Troubleshooting ability

Knowledge of Microsoft Office365

Familiarity with ITIL principles

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

ITIL V4 / ITSM certification

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description

Service Desk Analyst - French Speaking

UK and Ireland

Sysco are recruiting for a Service Desk Analyst to join the Service Desk team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the Team Lead, Service Desk, this role acts as the first point of contact for internal Sysco users, offering level 1 support via phone, portal, chat, and handling non‑critical escalations. You’ll log, troubleshoot, and resolve incidents or route them appropriately while maintaining high service quality and documentation.

• This is a bilingual position where we are looking for fluent speaking / writing of English and French

Key Responsibilities

• Address and resolve non‑major incidents and service requests, logging all activity in ServiceNow
• Deliver excellent customer service and professional support
• Escalate or reassign unresolved incidents to appropriate teams
• Analyse and resolve hardware / software issues using standard tools and methods
• Document case details clearly in ServiceNow, including steps taken and customer impact
• Meet / exceed defined performance metrics including CSat and QA standards
• Continuously build knowledge of company‑specific products and services
• Create / update knowledge articles to support First Call Resolution and self‑service
• Participate in after‑hours and on‑call rotations to ensure 24 / 7 support coverage
• Complete training objectives and uphold Sysco’s Mission and Values

Skills and Experience

• Good experience in a Service Desk or similar IT support environment
• Experience using ServiceNow ITSM workflows
• Strong customer service, listening, and communication skills
• Bilingual – English and French (required)
• Detail‑oriented with solid judgment and initiative
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office365 and standard network tools
• Ability to work remotely and as part of a team
• Familiarity with ITIL principles

Education and Certifications

• Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• ITIL V4 / ITSM certification preferred
• AWS and Microsoft MCSE certifications are a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office365

Additional Information

At Sysco International everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco International and we recognise that Sysco International can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.