Security receptionist - united kingdom, colchester, essex

job introduction

about the role

at sodexo we are passionate about the services we deliver. we currently have an opportunity for a security receptionist to join our team in colchester. this is a great opportunity for a customer focused individual to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression.

the key role is to make sure all customers are delivered the highest quality of service through efficient management of the service desk and continuous improvement to service delivery.

as our go to person, you'll ensure all passes are processed correctly and ensure all protocols and procedures are always followed correctly. you won't ever need to worry about two days being the same!

a few things about you

if you have great attention to detail, love being part of a focused team and want an excellent opportunity then we would love to hear from you!

your previous experience in a customer facing role, brilliant communication skills and it knowhow will help you as you become an important part of our larger team. you will be maintaining accurate records, either manually or via our in-house computer systems/programmes.

sodexo embeds a strong safety culture in everything we do. there will be company procedures to follow alongside our health & safety practises so it is vital that you will champion this.

as you'll need to undertake security checks for this role we'll need to see your 3-year employment history as well as evidence of uk residency for the last 3 years.

there will be great opportunities to grow and progress your career if you are interested and sodexo will support you throughout your journey with us.

about the company

why choose sodexo?

you don't just join sodexo, you belong.

what do we mean when we say belong?

it's simple. you create a company where everyone is respected and feels that their ideas count. you take care of the quality of life of your people. you make your workplace inclusive, encouraging people to bring their whole self to work every day. that's our philosophy in a nutshell.

a career at sodexo won't tie you down, it actively encourages your progress. the diverse range of roles we offer is truly infinite. whatever your skills, experience or passion, you'll be encouraged and supported to have a fulfilling career.

we are committed to being an inclusive 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 working parents, sodexo disability, so together, generations and origins. we have also launched be heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.

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 are building on our support to the armed forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process.

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

our benefits:

as part of our commitment to improving the quality of life, health and wellbeing for our employees we provide discounts and benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs. in addition to the essentials like 20 days holidays (plus bank holidays) and pension contribution, we can help you take advantage of being part of sodexo with benefits such as;

sodexo discounts - discounts from over 1,200 top retailers with you earning wow points (cashback) as you shop

talk - a free wellbeing support helpline for you and your family

up to three paid days each year to volunteer

your lucky number employee lottery (this also supports the sodexo stop hunger foundation)

cycle to work

life assurance

package description

40 hours per week

gbp8.91 - gbp9.50 per hour

rolling 2 week shifts of 12 hours

full training provided

frequent transport links close-by

secure free parking available on site

pension scheme provided by legal & general

24 hour gp access

reduced gym memberships

cycle to work scheme

50% off cinema tickets

sodexo discounts and rewards hub

unconditional support, recognition and growth opportunities

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