F&B Assistant Venues · Utilita Arena Sheffield

Utilita Arena; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate of pay

Flexible working arrangements

Fortnightly pay

Sociable workforce

Job summary

Utilita Arena in Sheffield seeks a Casual Food & Beverage Assistant to provide exceptional service during events. Responsibilities include preparing food and drinks, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a positive guest experience.

This casual role offers competitive pay, flexible working hours tailored to your lifestyle, and opportunities to grow within the vibrant events industry.

Qualifications

• Desirable to have previous experience in a food and beverage role.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards can be provided.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality food and beverages.
• Engage with customers and handle enquiries.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in service areas.
• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Customer service

Food hygiene knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, this casual opportunity could be perfect for you. You don’t need extensive experience – reliability, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn are what matter most. A passion for delivering great service, along with the enthusiasm to support your team wherever needed, will set you up for success in this role.

The Venue

A cornerstone of South Yorkshire’s entertainment scene, Utilita Arena Sheffield has been welcoming audiences since 1991. Purpose-built for world-class live events, the arena hosts an exciting mix of international music acts, major sporting fixtures, and large-scale corporate events. With a capacity of over 13,000, it stands as one of the region’s premier venues, combining a rich history with a vibrant programme that continues to attract visitors from across the UK.

The Role

As a Casual Food & Beverage Assistant, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our guests. You will support the wider team by preparing and serving food and drinks, maintaining a clean and organised environment, and delivering excellent customer service at all times.

Start Date: We are looking for candidates who are available to start at the end of August, with a busy calendar of events throughout September.

Please note: this is a casual role, and hours will vary depending on event schedules.

The Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Prepare and serve food and snacks in line with company standards.
• Use tills to take orders and process payments accurately.
• Engage with customers, responding to enquiries and promoting current offers.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation across all service areas.
• Respond promptly to spills and potential hazards, ensuring a safe environment for guests and colleagues.
• Deliver outstanding customer service, ensuring a positive and memorable guest experience.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Prioritise tasks effectively during busy periods to support operations.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a food and beverage or customer-facing role is desirable.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (training can be provided).
• Experience working in a hospitality or event environment is beneficial.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Friendly and approachable with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional approach at all times.
• A team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Rate of Pay – Earn a strong hourly rate for your work.

Flexible Working – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance.

Fortnightly Pay – Get paid every two weeks for the shifts you’ve worked.

Sociable Workforce – Join a diverse and friendly team from across the city. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do – it’s a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events.

Opportunities to Grow – Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Interview at the venue with our Food & Beverage team.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.