Driver

Posted 29 Apr 2024

Sodexo

Crowthorne (Logistics or Transportation)

http://www.sodexo.com


Job Type:permanentDuration:
Category:Logistics or TransportationRecruiter Reference:SDX/TP/1022707/125606
URL for Applications:Apply HereSalary:£11.44 per hour

As a Driver at Sodexo, you will be essential to the day-to-day operations of the magnificent Wellington College in the Berkshire town of Crowthorne. The College, which occupies 400 acres of stunning countryside, combines breath-taking old buildings with cutting-edge modern facilities to give its students the greatest learning environment imaginable. The ideal applicant for this position should be well-presented, sociable, and outgoing, with a genuine "can do" attitude. Owing to the site's enormity, a driving licence is mandatory, but your role will go beyond simple driving.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. 

What you’ll do

  • You will be responsible for the timely delivery and collection of food supplies and hardware to various locations within the college grounds
  • To assist in the preparation of hot and cold beverages for delivery to various locations across site.
  • To maintain the company van both internally and externally, including completion of van checklists in line with Health and Safety requirements.
  • To understand and comply with statutory health, hygiene and safety, quality standards. This includes COSHH and HACCP ensuring all tasks are carried out in accordance with policy and the law.

What you bring

  • Great communication skills, strong teamwork, and a positive attitude   
  • A flexible approach to working hours and promote a positive mental outlook to all aspects of work
  • Ability to set high standards, achievable through striving for continuous improvement
  • A clean driving licence
  • Stay calm under pressure

What we offer:  

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
  • A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment  
  • Competitive compensation  
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!  

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description
  • DRIVER
  • £11.44 per hour
  • 24 hours per week
  • 3 days out of 7 days
  • 6:30am till 3:00pm or 12:00pm till 8:30pm
  • Term Time Only
  • Free Onsite Car Parking
  • Meals on Shift provided

Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline 

Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.

About The Company

About Sodexo 

At 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.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

How to Apply

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