At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve delicious food and drinks in a vibrant café environment.
- Company: Join Sodexo at Wellington College, a prestigious independent school.
- Benefits: Earn £13 per hour with great perks like discounts and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Full training provided, flexible hours, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a friendly team delivering exceptional service to students and staff.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, customer service skills, and ability to work in a busy team.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
Location: Wellington College, Dukes Ride, Crowthorne, Berkshire RG45 7PU
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 (Early & Lates: early shift start is 7.30am and late finish is 10.30pm)
Driving License and ability to drive required.
A role that fits around your life. Looking for an opportunity to work within one of the UK's most prestigious independent schools? Join Sodexo as a General Catering Assistant / Barista at Wellington College and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional food, coffee, and customer service in a vibrant café environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in delivering excellent service, and thrives in a busy hospitality setting.
About the Role
As a General Catering Assistant / Barista, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the café and food service areas. From preparing and serving high-quality beverages and food to maintaining excellent hygiene standards, you'll help create a welcoming and professional experience for students, staff, and visitors. Working as part of a busy team, you'll support both core catering operations and retail café services while ensuring the highest standards of customer care.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages
- Prepare and serve a range of coffees and speciality drinks using commercial coffee machines
- Operate café equipment including coffee machines, panini grills, blenders, and dishwashers
- Support both retail café operations and core feeding services
- Operate the EPOS till system and process cash and card transactions accurately
- Replenish food displays and service counters throughout the day
- Maintain clean, safe, and hygienic café, kitchen, and customer areas
- Follow all food hygiene, allergen, health & safety, and company procedures
- Support stock replenishment and deliveries
- Respond to customer queries in a friendly, professional manner
- Report incidents, complaints, compliments, or maintenance issues appropriately
- Attend training sessions and team meetings as required
- Support the wider catering team to ensure smooth daily operations
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Positive, friendly, and professional attitude
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work on your own initiative and follow instructions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
- Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team
- Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Flexible approach to work and willingness to support different areas of the operation
Desirable
- Previous experience in a café, hospitality, retail, or catering environment
- Previous barista experience
- Food Hygiene or Health & Safety qualification
- Experience operating tills or EPOS systems
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of a team where you’re valued and supported. We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed. You’ll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP. We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment — with full training and uniform provided. Further details will be provided during the interview process.
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
General Catering Assistant Barista in Crowthorne employer: Sodexo Group
Sodexo offers an exceptional working environment at Wellington College, where you can thrive as a General Catering Assistant / Barista. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture, you'll enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive training, and access to mental health resources. Join us in delivering outstanding service in a vibrant café setting while benefiting from flexible working patterns and a range of employee perks.
