Food Services Assistant (Casual)

West Sussex.info; West Dean; On-site; GBP 14,513 - 20,670; Part time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality venue in West Dean is seeking a part-time Food Services Assistant to join their team. In this casual role, you will deliver high-quality food and drink experiences across various dining spaces, supporting events and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will thrive in a busy environment, bringing a positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork. Pay is £12.77 per hour plus holiday pay, with hours required as needed, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with people and being part of a team.
• Brings a friendly, positive, and professional attitude.
• Thrive in a busy, ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serving food and beverages across multiple outlets.
• Setting up and maintaining clean, well-stocked service areas.
• Delivering excellent customer service to a diverse range of guests.
• Supporting events, cafés, and dining services across the estate.
• Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and presentation standards are met.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

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Food Services Assistant (Casual)

Looking for a role that’s more than just a job?

Welcome to West Dean – a place where creativity, heritage, and hospitality come together in one extraordinary setting. From award‑winning gardens and historic estates in the Sussex countryside to a vibrant design school in London, West Dean offers a working environment unlike any other.

Set within 6,350 acres of breathtaking South Downs landscape, our Sussex campus is home to a thriving community of students, artists, visitors, and event guests. Whether it’s serving in a busy café, supporting elegant events in historic rooms, or working alongside a passionate team, every day here is different.

The Role: Casual Food Services Assistant

We’re looking for enthusiastic, hands‑on individuals to join our Food Services team on a casual basis.

You’ll be at the heart of our hospitality operation, helping deliver high‑quality food and drink experiences across cafés, dining rooms, and event spaces. One day you might be serving students, the next supporting a private function or welcoming garden visitors.

This is a fast‑paced, varied role where your energy, teamwork, and attention to detail will make a real difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serving food and beverages across multiple outlets
• Setting up and maintaining clean, well‑stocked service areas
• Delivering excellent customer service to a diverse range of guests
• Supporting events, cafés, and dining services across the estate
• Ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and presentation standards are met
• Keeping operations running smoothly during busy service periods

About You

You are someone who:

• Enjoys working with people and being part of a team
• Brings a friendly, positive, and professional attitude
• Thrives in a busy, ever‑changing environment
• Takes pride in delivering great service
• Is flexible and reliable, and able to work evenings and weekends

The Details

• Role: Food Services Assistant (Casual)
• Location: West Dean, Sussex (PO18 0QZ)
• Hours: As and when required
• Pay: £12.77 per hour plus 12.07% holiday pay

Why West Dean?

This is more than a hospitality role. It’s an opportunity to be part of a community that values creativity, sustainability, craftsmanship, and inclusivity, while contributing to one of the UK’s most distinctive cultural institutions.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about delivering excellent service and creating a welcoming environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply via the West Dean Careers site.

• Please view the Food Services Assistant Casual Job Pack 04 2026 document (opens in a pop‑up)