Barista & Food Service Host for Café & Events

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is looking for a friendly Food Service Assistant to deliver excellent service across campus cafés, catering outlets and events. You will prepare beverages, serve food, and support hospitality for meetings and functions.

In a busy, customer-focused team, you’ll help maintain hygiene, handle till transactions, and create a welcoming experience for students, staff and visitors while upholding high standards of presentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or food service.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and stay organised.
• Friendly and reliable with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks, including barista coffees, to a high standard.
• Carry out basic food production tasks.
• Serve food and snacks with excellent presentation and friendly service.
• Support university events across multiple sites.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in service areas.
• Assist with stock rotation and reporting issues.
• Handle payments and operate tills with cash accuracy.
• Work with catering and events teams to deliver coordinated service.
• Follow food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Move supplies between outlets and event locations.
• Provide welcoming customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Barista skills

Job description

University of Cambridge is looking for a friendly Food Service Assistant to deliver excellent service across campus cafés, catering outlets and events. You will prepare beverages, serve food, and support hospitality for meetings and functions.

In a busy, customer-focused team, you’ll help maintain hygiene, handle till transactions, and create a welcoming experience for students, staff and visitors while upholding high standards of presentation.