Catering Assistant Part-Time

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

USS pension

Free meals on duty

Gym membership subsidy

25 days + 8 bank holidays pro rata

Job summary

Sidney Sussex College is seeking a Part-Time Catering Assistant (20 hpw) reporting to the Hall Manager. This role offers an opportunity to work in a professional catering operation at the forefront of raising standards of food and service.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated with a passion for delivering customer care and a flexible, friendly attitude. The post is permanent and part-time, averaging 20 hours per week, normally worked on a 2-week shift system.

Qualifications

• Friendly, flexible working attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard customer care within catering operations.
• Support service across the 2-week shift pattern.
• Assist with daily duties ensuring cleanliness and safety in the catering area.

Skills

Customer service

Food service

Flexible working

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Sidney Sussex College is seeking to appoint a Part-Time Catering Assistant (20 hpw) reporting to the Hall Manager. This post offers an exciting opportunity to work within a professional catering operation at the forefront of raising the overall standards of the food and service to the highest level. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with a passion for delivering a high standard of customer care. Applicants should have a friendly flexible working attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to learn new skills.

This is a permanent, part-time post averaging 20 hours per week which will normally be worked across a 2-week shift system as set out below (subject to operational requirements of the college). The salary is £14,407.50 gross per annum.

Week 1

• Monday 11.00 – 15.30
• Tuesday 11.00 – 15.30
• Wednesday 17.30 – 22.00
• Thursday Off
• Friday 17.30 – 22.00
• Saturday 11.00 – 15.30
• Sunday 17.30 – 22.00

Week 2

• Monday Off
• Tuesday 11.00 – 15.30
• Wednesday 17.30 – 22.00
• Thursday 17.30 – 22.00
• Friday 17.30 – 22.00
• Saturday Off
• Sunday Off

Benefits include an annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays pro rata; a contributory pension scheme provided by the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), free College meals when on duty and subsidised membership of the College’s gym facilities. The College is also closed over the Christmas period.

Sidney Sussex College wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in our Equal Opportunities Policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010. Please complete the Equity and Diversity Monitoring Form to help us understand the diversity of our job applicants.Completing this form is voluntary.The information provided will be kept confidential. None of the information you provide will be linked to your application.

The closing date for applications is midday Monday 21 September 2026. Any offer of appointment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references, verification of identity and qualifications and eligibility to work in the UK.

Sidney Sussex College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, Fellows and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievements of the College’s mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.