Waiting Staff

Job Introduction

• 34 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7 per week
• Shift Patterns - 06:30 - 14:00hrs, 09:00 - 16:30hrs, 12:00 - 193:0hrs, 16:00 - 23:30hrs
• £12.21 per hour
• Free Car parking
  
  

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Job Description

As a Waiting Staff / Front of House Steward with Sodexo at WO's & Sgts Mess, Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester. 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.

KeyResponsibilities

• 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 helpful 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.

Attached documents

• 2025 Benefits UK Brochure V9.pdf