Details
1114152
University of Nottingham
13/07/2026
2 Months
Variable shifts - To be arranged directly with the hiring manager.
Smart Casual
Pay
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Description
Role
As a Catering Assistant, you will support the day-to-day running of food service operations, helping to prepare and serve food, maintain cleanliness, and deliver excellent customer service. Working as part of a team, you will ensure a high standard of hygiene and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Start Date: 13/07/2026
End Date: 01/09/2026
Working Hours: Various flexible shifts available: 5 days out of 7, including weekends (4.30pm–7.30pm) and weekdays (7.30am–10.30am & 5.00pm–8.00pm), depending on business needs
Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour
Holiday Pay Rate: £1.62 per hour
Location: Jubilee Campus, University of Nottingham, Wollaton Road, NG8 1BB
Duties and responsibilities
- Serving food to customers
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene (following food safety standards)
- Operating tills
- Ensuring dining and service areas are tidy and welcoming
- Supporting the team during busy service period
Skills and experience
Desirable Skills Include (Fast-Paced, High-Volume Catering):
- Experience working in a busy, high-volume catering or food production environment
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Awareness of food safety and hygiene standards in large-scale catering
- Confidence handling high customer volumes during peak service times
- Good teamwork skills in a fast-moving kitchen or service setting
- Ability to multitask and prioritise workload effectively
Full training provided – we're looking for people with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Location
Jubilee Campus, University of Nottingham, Wollaton Road, NG8 1BB.
How to apply
Applications will close on the 30th June.
Ensure that you demonstrate how you meet the requirements outlined above in your written application. You will always need to tailor your application to the role you are applying for. Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
This role is being managed by The Flexible Staffing Team at the University of Nottingham, we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, and we welcome applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of our communities.
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