Food Service Assistant

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Department: Campus and Residential Services
Location: York
Salary:

£21,828
per annum pro rata
Hours: 25
Closing Date: Friday 08 December 2023 at midnight
Interview Date:
Wednesday 10 January 2024
Reference: 247-23

1 X Full time Term-Time only contract available

1 X Part time (25 hours per week) Term-Time only contract available

Location: York 

Salary: £21,828 to £21,828per annum (£10,006.39 to £10,006.39 pro rata) 

About YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with roots dating back to 1841, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environment, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The role

The University is looking for Food Service Assistant to join our Catering department and support the team in providing meals to students, staff and visitors to the University. 

 Key requirements

Experience of working in a catering and hospitality environment is essential, and some knowledge of food hygiene is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

High levels of personal hygiene are essential.

Additional Information

For informal queries about this post please email [email protected] . 

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact [email protected].  Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point  in the process please do not hesitate to contact us.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements. 

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including – 

– Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period

– Pension scheme

– Health Cash Plan after six months service

– Employee Assistance Programme

– Relocation expenses package for certain roles

– Visa loan scheme

Further information about life at YSJ

Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees here.  

The latest news, views and stories from our staff and students can be found here.  

We are committed to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can, read more here.

Closing Date –
Friday 08 December 2023 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date –
Wednesday 10 January 2024