Details
1095173
De Montfort University (Leicester)
29/11/2025
Ongoing
Shifts vary in length and are dependent on what events are on.
Smart Casual
Pay
£12.21
£1.47
Description
Role
Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency owned by De Montfort University, is dedicated to assisting students, graduates, and local professionals in gaining valuable work experience and earning income.
Unitemps External Recruitment Team collaborate with local businesses within the Leicestershire area; we work on a wide range of roles, from student-oriented positions to professional roles, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Recognizing the unique needs of students, we successfully maintain a database comprising a mix of students and local candidates.
There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU:
Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.
Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.
Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.
Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.
THE ROLE
On behalf of our Leicester Client, we are seeking to recruit energetic, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join the DSU Lvl1 (De Montfort Students Union) Venues Team as Bar and Events Staff. In this exciting role you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and playing a key part in the success of events at the DSU.
We are looking for candidates who are current DMU Students (2025/2026) and who have good experience of working in hospitality and catering, in particular working in a bar/pub type environment.
The working hours are emailed out via the Unitemps team, shifts vary in length and are dependent on what events are on.
THE DSU:
De Montfort Students' Union (DSU) is an independent, student-run and student-led organisation. They are here to represent your academic interests, involve and inspire students to make the most of their time at De Montfort University (DMU).
Every single student that enrols at DMU automatically becomes a member of DSU; and that means they have access to all of the wonderful services, facilities and activities that they offer.
Please note that this role is to be part of the Level 1 Venues Team based at De Montfort Students Union.
For any informal enquiries, please email leanne.easom@dmu.ac.uk regarding this vacancy.
Expected start date: ASAP
Expected end date: ongoing throughout year 2025-2026
Rate of pay: £12.21
Holiday Pay: £1.47
Duties and responsibilities
Bar
Preparing and serving a variety of drinks to guest ensuring that customer experience is key
Collecting, emptying glasses and operating glass washer
To serve drinks including alcohol in a presentable manner to comply with challenge 25 regulations
Maintaining cleanliness organisation and hygiene of bar at all times and ensuring venue/rooms are well maintained and kept clean to the highest of standards including tasks such as mopping
Interacting with customers, actively listening and responding to request
Ensuring that all guests are provided with a prompt and exemplary service
Adhere to health, safety and quality regulations
Replenishing stock and taking payments from customers
Moving equipment such as tables, chairs and supporting with closing of bar
Events
Setting Up and Packing down events area
Supporting organisers with operations and logistics as and when required
Assisting with stakeholders and in a timely manner
Moving equipment such as tables and chairs after the event
Scanning and ticketing visitors/customers at the door of if required
Skills and experience
Experience of working in hospitality and catering, in particular working in a bar/pub type environment
Flexible and adaptable in work attitude with approachable outlook
Excellent customer service and care
To be able to offer great hospitality to all visitors
Ability to work in a fast paced, noisy and lighting environment
Able to multi task and deal with competing and conflicting demands
Able to work flexibly independent and on your own
Able to be physically able to move, lift and carry tables/chairs if required
Able to work a variety of shift, including evenings, weekends and late
Location
De Montfort Students Union Lvl1 Venue
Additional information
Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy.
Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre. Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and the team are contactable on 01162078351 or Unitemps@dmu.ac.uk if you have any queries relating to Unitemps.
Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - HERE
FURTHER CAREERS SUPPORT AVAILABLE FOR DMU STUDENTS ONLY
The Careers Hub based in Hugh Aston Building on Campus is for DMU students from all faculties to receive tailored careers advice and support from trained Careers coaches; it is a useful space to visit should you have any questions regarding Careers!
If you require help creating a CV/Cover Letter? Why not make the use of the Careers Team Skills Hub, available via MyGateway by clicking HERE
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