Catering Assistant/ Barista Temp Cover

Reference
1100427

Branch
University of Northampton

Start date
01/09/2025

Duration
3 Months

Hours and days
40 hrs a week

Dress code
Black trousers black shoes

Rate of pay
£12.60

Holiday rate
£1.83

Role

This post requires flexibility, an excellent work ethic, and a passion for delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Experience in catering or as a barista is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided. Our students and staff are at the heart of everything we do.  You will need to ensure that this is paramount to everything you do.

Duties and responsibilities

Prepare and serve food and beverages to customers in a professional and efficient manner

Operate the bar, including serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks responsibly

Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained across all catering and bar areas

Handle card transactions accurately

Set up and clear down event or service areas as required

Support the wider team during events, functions, and busy service times

Deliver excellent customer service and responding to customer needs and enquiries

Follow all licensing and health & safety regulations

Support with student events and being a key part to the student experience

Skills and experience

The ideal candidate will have;

Have good verbal and written communication skills

Have knowledge of food hygiene

Be a team player

Have excellent organisational skills

Basic Food Hygiene (or to be obtained during probation period) 

Location
Waterside Campus

Additional information

Desirable Skills;Professional qualification / accreditation in catering or customer service 

NVQ Level 1 

Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award 

Level 3 Food Safety Award 

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