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Food Service Assistant

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    Sodexo Ireland
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    Ref: #JOB-2468163
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    Co. Galway,
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    No of positions: 1
  • Image Part Time
    Paid Position
  • Image Hours per week
    37.5 hours per week
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    14.85 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 08 Sep 2026
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    Closing On: 22 Sep 2026

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Full time
37.5 hours per week
€14.15
7am to 3:30pm / 8am to 5pm
Monday - Friday
Opportunities for career development
Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

University of Galway, Ireland
Serve incredible food, enjoy incredible perks.
Be part of a team where great service and good food come together. Explore what Sodexo can bring to the table.

Step into a role where you bring energy to every shift, serving delicious food and creating a welcoming experience for every customer. Feed our customers, and we'll fuel your career.

What you will do:
Deliver friendly and welcoming service to colleagues, clients and students
Assist with food preparation, service setup and replenishment
Serve food and beverages efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service
Keep dining and service areas clean, tidy and well organised
Support the wider catering team during busy service periods
Follow food safety, allergen, hygiene and health & safety procedures
Help create a positive dining experience for all customers

What you will bring:
Previous hospitality, retail or food service experience is beneficial but not essential
A positive attitude and strong customer service skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
A commitment to cleanliness and food safety standards
Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to learn
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for who you are, helping you thrive both in and out of work.

In addition to a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:
Access to Sodexo employee benefits and discounts
Career development and progression opportunities
Full training and ongoing support
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Recognition schemes and wellbeing resources
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity.

Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
Bike to Work Scheme
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Career Level

  • Entry Level

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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