Casual Food Service Assistant

4 days ago

Cambridge CB DQ, United Kingdom Downing College Full time

Information for the role of Casual Food Service Assistant

£12.58 per hour plus holiday pay

An opportunity to support our friendly Catering Front-of-house team who prepare and serve a range of high-quality food, including fine dining, to the College community and commercial guests in a stunning environment. The team of casual workers typically assist in respect of conferences, weddings and other functions and can also backfill for permanent catering staff.

Typical duties can include tea and coffee service, buffet, plate and silver service waiting, cleaning and food prep, according to need. You will receive full training and will have the opportunity to learn and develop skills and techniques from the rest of the team.

Shifts are offered on an 'as needed' basis and this is a role that could fit around other commitments, so long as you can typically accept offers of at least two shifts per week. Currently we are looking for individuals with availability to work in the day, covering hours from 7.30 am pm.

We are seeking individuals with excellent customer service and communication skills, who enjoy working as part of a team. This is a casual role - there are no guaranteed hours of work and there is no obligation to accept all shifts that may be offered. Work may be offered for any day of the week, including weekends, and can be for late/early shifts.

Application Process

To apply for this position,please click 'Apply Now' at the top of this page to complete an application form. You can upload your CV in support of your application. Please include your general availability in your application.

Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 26 November 2025. Please note that the closing date for this post may be brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Applications are welcomed from a broad range of backgrounds. Applicants who declare a disability will be offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the role.

For further information or in event of queries, please contact the HR Office:

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Downing College, Cambridge, CB2 1DQ

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