Food Service Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; Warminster Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeships

Career development within Sodexo

Friendly work environment

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is offering an apprenticeship role at Warminster on a Ministry of Defence base, focusing on dining service support. You will assist with dining area setup, meal service, and customer interactions, while benefiting from funded qualifications and structured on-the-job training.

Join a friendly team with flexible shift patterns, wellbeing resources, and career development potential within Sodexo. Training is provided to achieve apprenticeships and further opportunities.

Qualifications

• Professionalism and respect in all interactions.
• No Experience Required; willingness to learn and adapt.
• Reliability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Dining Area Setup: Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service.
• Food Service & Replenishment: Serve meals and replenish food stations during service.
• Customer Interaction: Provide professional and courteous service to military personnel in dining, retail and other areas.
• Cleaning & Hygiene: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by sanitising workstations, equipment and dining areas.
• Event Support: Assist with special events and functions to ensure smooth service.
• Teamwork: Work closely with your team to complete tasks to a high standard.

Skills

Professionalism & Respect

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Shift pattern/ hours - Any 5 days out of 7 - various shift patterns

£12.71 per hour

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.

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Job Description:

As a Food Service Assistant with Sodexo at JRDC Waterloo Lines, Warminster Garrison, Imber Road, Warminster Wiltshire BA12 0DJ

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 desirable 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 companythat 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