F&B Assistant Perm: 48 Hours

Legends/ASM Global Europe; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends/ASM Global Europe is seeking a permanent Food & Beverage Assistant for its York Barbican venue. This role supports hospitality operations, and involves managing stock, overseeing events, and maintaining food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment and be eager to grow their career.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance policy

Pension contribution

Healthshield for healthcare costs

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Strong Hospitality Operations Experience required.
• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Knowledge of local and regional entertainment venues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Retail and Hospitality in daily operations.
• Overseeing event nights and acting as the first point of contact for staff.
• Preparing stock orders and adhering to food safety legislation.

Skills

Hospitality Operations Experience

Event Management

Time Management

Job description

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Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues including stadiums, arenas, convention centres, and theatres.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

About York Barbican

York Barbican is the largest entertainment venue in the area, attracting major touring concerts, comedy, sporting shows, and corporate events. The venue hosts over 200 events and over 130,000 visitors each year. Ranked in the top 20 Music Club Venues in the UK in 2019 by Pollstar, York Barbican has hosted some of the biggest touring acts in the country, such as Ricky Gervais, Little Mix, Manic Street Preachers, and Morrissey.

York Barbican is operated by ASM Global, the world’s leading venue management and services company. It connects people through the power of live experiences.

About the Role

We are looking for a permanent Food & Beverage Assistant to be an integral member of our F&B Operations Team. This role is essential for us, ensuring we are fully prepared for all our exciting events: processing deliveries, rotating, ordering, and replenishing stock around our retail and hospitality areas, and supporting the wider team with all Health and Safety/Food Safety procedures.

We seek an ambitious and driven individual eager to grow their career with an exciting business on a full-time basis.

Alongside operational duties, you will be the first point of contact for our casual F&B workforce and will assist in building their rotas.

Additional Information:

• The role requires working weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

• It involves physical work, including lifting and moving heavy items—manual handling training is desirable but can be provided.

• Support for other ASM venues may be required, with planning in advance.

What we can Offer

You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with ample time to relax and rest, including 25 days of annual leave.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer support through our Life Assurance policy, a healthy pension contribution, and benefits like Healthshield for healthcare costs, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with AXA Health, eye care vouchers, and more.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assisting Retail and Hospitality in daily operations with all operational and ad-hoc tasks
• Overseeing event nights, acting as the first point of contact for staff, and ensuring high standards in Food and Beverage areas
• Preparing stock orders for Retail and Hospitality
• Adhering to all food safety legislation

Key Skills and Experience:

• Strong Hospitality Operations Experience – Essential
• Experience in a similar role and business – Essential
• Previous administration experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment – Desirable
• Experience in event-based environments, ideally within multi-purpose venues – Desirable
• Knowledge of local and regional entertainment venues
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to manage time efficiently for yourself and others

Recruitment Process:

• First Stage: Intro Call with Talent Team
• Second Stage: Face-to-Face Meeting with Head of Food & Beverage

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, more innovative digital future. We value inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities, and welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.