Food Service Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Cambridge
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£28,875 / year
CATEGORY
Hospitality & Catering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Food Hygiene Health and Safety Customer Service Teamwork Communication Flexibility Time Management Cash Handling

FULL DESCRIPTION

Food Service Assistant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an enthusiastic Food Service Assistant to work within the busy Catering Department. Headed up by the Front of House Manager, the team delivers excellent food service to a variety of customers in a traditional environment. The postholder, alongside other permanent and casual catering staff, will contribute to delivering an efficient, timely and professional service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high standards of food service to customers
  • Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and Health and Safety policies
  • Work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Remain calm and courteous under pressure
  • Maintain a smart and well-presented appearance

Requirements

  • Experience in a similar role
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Good understanding of relevant Food Hygiene and Health and Safety policies
  • Willingness to learn

Benefits

  • 33 days holiday (fixed closures for Easter, Summer, Christmas)
  • Excellent contributory pension schemes
  • Non-contractual Christmas bonus
  • Free lunch when working in College
  • Access to the college gym and swimming pool
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • On-site parking

Additional Information

Location: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Cambridge

Salary: £28,875 per annum (inclusive of 4.5% monthly shift allowance)

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time (40 hours per week on shift rota, including evenings and alternate weekends)

Closing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 4 pm

Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026

Contact: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] | [contact hidden]

About the Company

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], affectionately known as ‘Emma’, is set in extensive, beautiful grounds in central Cambridge. With a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community, Emma is home to around 700 students, 90 Fellows and 170 college staff. Being employed at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] means being part of a long-standing College community steeped in history and prestige.

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