Job Description:
Are you passionate about food and great customer service? Join our team as a Food Services Assistant and be part of the experience that keeps customers coming back. As a Food Services Assistant, you’ll prepare a variety of delicious products, including breads, pastries, seasonal treats, and hot food options. You’ll also make sure our displays are always inviting and beautifully presented, helping customers enjoy the very best we have to offer.
No previous food or retail experience? No problem — we’ll teach you everything you need to succeed. All you need is a love for food, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering excellent service.
Key Responsibilities of a Food Services Assistant
In your role as a Food Services Assistant, you will:
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Prepare freshly made bakery, deli, and seasonal products for customers
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Keep product displays attractive, clean, and well-stocked
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Engage with customers, offering friendly service and product recommendations
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Support with stock rotation, quality checks, and maintaining food safety standards
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Contribute to a positive, inclusive team environment
Skills & Experience Needed for a Food Services Assistant
Essential:
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A genuine passion for food and customer service
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Great teamwork and communication skills
Desirable:
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Experience in a food retail or hospitality environment
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Interest in food trends and seasonal product offerings
Why Join Sainsbury’s?
When you join as a Food Services Assistant, you’ll access a fantastic package of benefits:
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Competitive hourly pay
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10% colleague discount (15% every Friday & Saturday) at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Habitat, and Tu
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Free food and drinks during shifts
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Generous holiday entitlement
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Discounts on gyms, restaurants, holidays, and retail offers
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Excellent family leave options
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Matched pension contributions
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Share schemes and investment options
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Wellbeing and confidential employee support programs
Important Information
Please note: Applicants for shifts before 6am or after 11pm must be at least 18 years old. All colleagues must have reached the school leaver’s age.