Food Service Assistant

Job Introduction

• 24 hours per week
• Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
• 7:00am - 3:30pm
• £13.45 per hour

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Are you passionate about delivering great customer service and enjoy working as part of a friendly team? We're looking for a Part-Time Food Service Assistant to join us in Edinburgh, where you'll play an important role in creating a welcoming dining experience for our customers.

In this role, you'll support the Restaurant Supervisor in delivering the highest standards of food and beverage preparation, presentation and service, ensuring everything meets company standards and contract requirements. If you're enthusiastic, reliable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

• Maintain high standards of health & safety, hygiene, cleanliness and compliance with company, client and statutory procedures. 
• Support food preparation, presentation and service, ensuring dietary requirements and allergen procedures are followed. 
• Serve food and beverages, including barista-made coffees, while providing excellent customer service. 
• Assist with service setup, replenishment of stock, clearing, cleaning and maintaining catering areas to agreed standards. 
• Support daily operations including till duties, cash handling, stock checks and special functions when required. 
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, complete training, follow company policies and support wider team needs as required.

What you bring:

• Strong communication and customer service skills with a friendly and professional approach. 
• Previous food handling experience, ideally within a food service, catering or hospitality environment. 
• Ability to follow health & safety procedures and maintain high standards of compliance. 
• High standards of personal hygiene, appearance and attention to detail. 
• Basic food hygiene certification and experience working in a standards-driven environment are desirable.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll join a team that values your contribution, supports your development, and empowers you to make a positive impact every day. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health and wellbeing support

• Employee Assistance Programme providing personal, legal, and financial advice

• 24/7 virtual GP access and lifestyle rewards

• Discounts for you and your family

• Financial wellbeing tools and retirement planning support

• Cycle to Work scheme and a paid Volunteering Day

Join Sodexo as a Food Service Assistant in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and help deliver great food and service in a welcoming environment. Be part of a team that creates positive experiences for customers and guests every day!