General Service Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
As a Food Service Assistant at Sodexo in {insert location}, youβll help with the preparation and serving of our vibrant menu whilst ensuring all working areas are clean and tidy. Setting up for our executive events and ensuring a high standard of service is key, in this role. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What youβll do:
- Assist in setup and serving of hot and/or cold foods
- Clean and sanitise equipment and workstations
- Set up and breakdown of service stations
- Interact with clients, upholding that Sodexo 5* Service
What you bring:
- A passion for providing nutritious and delicious meals
- Positive attitude, professionalism, and respect for others
- Basic food-handling skills is desirable but a great attitude and willingness to learn also ticks the box
- Ability to work in a standing position for prolonged periods of time (up to 8 hours)
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; itβs a chance to be part of something greater. Youβll belong in a company and team that values you for you; youβll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and youβll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Flexible and dynamic work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Access to ongoing training and development programs
- Countless opportunities to grow within the company
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
Main Responsibilities- Serving food and beverages in a professional manner with high levels of customer service
- Cleaning tables and service areas
- Ensure all documentation procedures are followed accurately as required
- Serving food and/or beverages to patrons
- Stocking service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware
- Other tasks as directed by the Managers or Head Chef
- Assisting in Food preparation where required
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Working Parents, Sodexo Disability, So together, generations and origins. We have also launched Be Heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.
Weβre a Disability Confident Leader employer. Weβre committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Package Description- Various Hours of Work and Shift Patterns
- Full protective uniform supplied
- Full training provided
- Secure free parking available on site
- Sodexo discounts and rewards hub
- Unconditional support, recognition and growth opportunities
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Catering & Food Service Contractors
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for General Service Assistant roles across Sodexo's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Catering & Food Service Contractors.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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