Job DescriptionHealthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.6 Hours a Week / Saturdays and Sunday/ Shift Times: 17:00 - 20:00£12.51 per hourMonthly Parking Pass Available / Staff discount on Meals / Uniform Provided/ Sodexo Benefits20 Days Holiday a Year Bank HolidaysLocation is Ipswich HospitalCheck your local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you should input is: IP4 5PD Please take the time to read the attached job descriptionJob IntroductionThis job puts good food on the table.As a Food Service Assistant at Sodexo in Ipswich Hospital, you'll play an important part in preparing and serving nutritious, comforting meals that support patient recovery and wellbeing. You'll also help maintain a clean, safe environment in the kitchen and dining areas.With a cheerful attitude and great customer service, your presence can make a real difference in someone's day. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.What you'll do:Prepare, assemble, and deliver patient meals and refreshments safely, accurately, and on time, ensuring dietary needs and allergies are followed.Maintain high standards of food hygiene, infection control, and cleanliness across ward kitchens, equipment, crockery, and utensils.Provide a friendly, courteous, and professional service to patients, visitors, and ward staff, supporting patient comfort and satisfaction.Manage stock control, food wastage monitoring, documentation, audits, and compliance with all legal, company, and quality standards.Work effectively as part of the ward and catering team, reporting issues, equipment faults, and delays while following all policies and safety procedures.What you bring:A passion for delivering tasty, nutritious food with carePrevious experience working within a similar roleA friendly, professional attitude and respect for patients, visitors, and colleaguesBasic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness, Level 2 food hygieneThe ability to stay on your feet and work efficiently during busy service periodsWhat we offer:Working at Sodexo isn't just a job — it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:Mental health and wellbeing resourcesEmployee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP accessDiscounts on high street brands for you and your familySalary finance tools and financial wellbeing resourcesRetirement savings plan and life insuranceFull training and protective uniform provided.Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.Flexible working and a dynamic team environmentCompetitive payReady to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don't wait!About SodexoAt 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.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.Clickhereto read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.