Job Introduction
Contract Perm - Part Time
Position Food Service Assistant
Location Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks,
Salary £13.01
Days per week 5 out of 6 (Monday to Saturday). Evenings and Weekends (Saturday Day time) - various shift patterns available.
Hours between 18 and 30 per week - variable and flexible
Working Pattern Tuesday and Thursdays 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:00pm - 8:00pm
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Hurstpierpoint College (known as Hurst) is a thriving co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 4 to 18, Located between Haywards Heath and Brighton, with excellent transport links to London and an extensive network of school transport services across Sussex, Surrey and Kent, Combining a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education, Hurst provides an inspiring environment in which pupils and staff can flourish.
The College comprises a Junior Prep School, Senior Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form, educating over 1,300 pupils. Alongside day places, Hurst offers flexible, weekly and full boarding options, creating a vibrant and diverse school community.
As an employer, Hurst is a welcoming and ambitious community of around 480 staff, united by a shared commitment to helping young people achieve their personal best and preparing them for success in their future lives and careers.
What You’ll Do:
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Prepare food service areas and present food to high standards.
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Deliver a quality catering service in line with agreed procedures and schedules.
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Maintain clean, safe, and hygienic front and back of house areas.
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Follow cleaning schedules and food safety procedures.
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Assist with setting up and serving hospitality and catering events.
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Attend daily service briefings and support smooth service delivery.
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Complete quality checks and maintain service records where required.
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Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
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Follow health and safety procedures and report incidents or risks.
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Support special events and functions as required
What You Bring:
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A positive, friendly, and customer-focused approach.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
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The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.
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Good awareness of health, safety, and food handling practices.
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A professional attitude and appearance.
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A willingness to learn and take part in training.
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The ability to follow procedures and work schedules accurately.
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A passion for delivering excellent service and creating positive customer experiences.
What We Offer:
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A dynamic and supportive work environment
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Competitive salary and benefits
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Full training and protective uniform provided
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Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
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Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
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Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
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Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
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Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
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At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us create a brighter future!
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
