Food Service Assistant

37.5 hours per week5 out of 7 days£12.71 per hourSodexo RewardsCheck your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - OX18 3LX.Job Description:We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused Food Service Assistant to support our catering team in delivering a high-quality food service.You will assist with food preparation, cooking, and service while ensuring excellent customer service standards are consistently achieved.This role requires adherence to company processes, hygiene standards, and health & safety regulations, while maintaining a clean and welcoming Front of House (FOH) dining environment.KeyResponsibilities:Support the preparation, cooking, and service of food in line with approved recipes and menu cyclesDeliver friendly, efficient customer service in line with company standardsMaintain portion control, food quality, and presentation standardsOperate digital systems to ensure accurate and efficient transactionsAdhere to cash handling and safeguarding

proceduresEnsure food is served and held at correct temperatures, completing required checksMaintain a clean, safe, and compliant FOH environment at all timesAttend team briefings and complete required trainingMaintain high standards of personal hygiene, uniform, and PPE complianceReport hazards, near misses, accidents, or faulty equipment promptlyComplete opening and closing procedures, ensuring security requirements are metCommunicate effectively with managers, colleagues, customers, and client representativesUndertake any other reasonable duties as directed by managementWhat You'll Need:Essential:Good verbal communication skillsExperience in a similar role within the service industryDesirable:Experience working within a military environmentLevel 1 Food Safety, HSWA, and COSHH certificatesWhat we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work

environmentWellbeing 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