Catering Assistsant

As a Catering Assistant at Sodexo in North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Training Centre, Easingwold YO613FA If you have a passion for food, enjoy providing great customer service and want to develop in the catering industry this post is for you.

Working with the catering lead you will be responsible for the food planning, preparation and service of meals to staff, trainees and visitors at this unique location.

Customer service skills are paramount to making the experience of dining with us an enjoyable one and one that enhances the day of those attending the training centre 

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 you’ll do: 

Be a vital part of the catering operation and ensure our busy kitchens run smoothly 
Assist with kitchen admin if required 
Assist with prep, serving and the cleanliness of our kitchen facilities
Provide excellent communication with staff and the cliental colleagues 
Improve the quality of life for those we are serving    

What you bring: 

A can-do attitude and flexible approach to working 
Excellent attention to detail, plus good communication skills    
Previous experience in a similar role would be ideal, but not required   
General knowledge of health and safety procedures    
Understanding of basic food hygiene and cleaning    

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment  
Competitive compensation  
Full training and full protective uniform supplied  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!  
Package Description
30 hours per week
Any 5 days out of 7
£11.54 per hour 
Free onsite car parking 
Local transport links close by

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About The CompanyAbout Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day 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 are a forces friendly 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 Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re 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.