Stores Operative

Sodexo Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee benefits

Wellbeing support

Training and development

Career progression

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Sodexo Group is hiring a Stores Operative for Homerton Hospital in London. You will receive deliveries, manage stock levels and keep stores areas organised to support cleaning and domestic services teams daily.

Join a role focused on accuracy, efficiency and teamwork within a healthcare environment. You’ll use stock systems, report shortages, and collaborate across the site to ensure services run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and a positive attitude.
• Comfortable using computer systems and learning new technology.
• Ability to work independently and own tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional conduct and alignment with Sodexo values.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check deliveries against delivery notes and stock systems.
• Report shortages, damaged goods or discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure storage is safe and orderly.
• Keep goods-in and storage areas organised, clean and compliant.
• Use stock management systems to receipt and track items.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the site to meet operational needs.
• Assist with stock control, reporting and inventory management.
• Contribute to a positive One Team culture and service excellence.

Skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Computer skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Professional demeanor

Tools

Stock management systems

Computer systems

Job description

Stores Operative

Homerton Hospital, London
£14.80 per hour
37.5 hours per week

Make a fresh start in a company that cares.

At Sodexo, we know that behind every great service is a well-organised operation. We're looking for a reliable and proactive Stores Operative to join our team at Homerton Hospital, helping to ensure the right products, materials and equipment are available to support our cleaning and domestic services teams every day.

This is a key role within the operation, responsible for receiving deliveries, managing stock levels and maintaining organised stores areas, ensuring services can run smoothly and efficiently across the hospital.

What you'll do

• Receive and check deliveries against delivery notes and stock systems.
• Report any shortages, damaged goods or discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure products are stored safely and correctly.
• Keep goods-in and storage areas organised, clean and compliant.
• Use stock management systems to receipt and track items.
• Work closely with colleagues across the site to support operational requirements.
• Assist with stock control, reporting and inventory management activities.
• Contribute to a positive "One Team" culture while supporting service excellence.

What you'll bring

We're looking for someone who:

• Has strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Is comfortable using computer systems and learning new technology.
• Can work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Has excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Acts professionally and represents Sodexo's values at all times.

It would be an advantage if you have:

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or stock control environment.
• Knowledge of stock management processes.
• Experience working within facilities management, healthcare or support services.

Why choose Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something greater. You'll play an important role in supporting vital hospital services while developing your skills within a global organisation.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing support
• Full training and ongoing development
• Opportunities for career progression
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Successful candidates will be expected to comply with all relevant health and safety, infection prevention and operational procedures associated with working in a healthcare environment.