Waiting Staff

Sodexo; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,307,200 - 31,684,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifiers

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring Waiting Staff / Front of House Steward at WO's & Sgts Mess, Merville Barracks, Colchester. You will support military personnel, ensuring a positive dining experience in a fast-paced environment.

No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided, with fully funded apprenticeship qualifications and career development opportunities within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and good communication.
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• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Dining area setup before service to ensure smooth operations.
• Serve meals and replenish stations during service.
• Provide professional service to military personnel.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene at workstations.
• Assist with special events and functions.
• Collaborate with team to complete tasks efficiently.

Skills

Professionalism & Respect

No Experience Required

Reliability & Flexibility

Job description

34 hours per week

5 days out of 7 per week - Shifts - Early - 06:30 - 14:00, Middle - 12:00- 19:30, Late - 16:00 - 23:30

£12.71 per hour

Free Car parking

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Job Description:

As a Waiting Staff / Front of House Steward with Sodexo at WO's & Sgts Mess, Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester. You'll play an important role in supporting military personnel on a Ministry of Defence (MOD) base. Your day-to-day interactions will directly impact the experience of those serving, ensuring they have a positive and efficient dining experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dining Area Setup: Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Food Service & Replenishment: Serve meals and replenish food stations as needed, ensuring everything is available and properly maintained throughout service.
• Customer Interaction: Provide professional and courteous service to military personnel in dining, retail, and other areas.
• Cleaning & Hygiene: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing workstations, equipment, and dining areas in line with health and safety standards.
• Event Support: Assist with special events and functions, ensuring all aspects of service run smoothly and efficiently.
• Teamwork: Work closely with your team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standard.

What You'll Need:

• Professionalism and Respect: A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and respect for others in all interactions.
• No Experience Required: Previous hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required. A willingness to learn and adapt is key.
• Reliability & Flexibility: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support - Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits - Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth - Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks - Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications