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University of Reading

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Reading
  • 18d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be punctual, communicate well in English, understand food hygiene, provide excellent customer service, be positive, flexible, a team player, and have your own transport.
  • You will ensure timely service, maintain food hygiene, provide customer service, communicate effectively, and collaborate with the team while staying positive and flexible in your approach.

Requirements

  • Be a good timekeeping
  • Have good communication with basic level of spoken and written English
  • Have an understanding of Food Hygiene
  • Have good customer service skills and an eye for detail
  • Be positive and have a flexible approach to work
  • Be a good team player
  • Own Transport is essential due to location

Responsibilities

  • As Restaurant Assistant We Would Expect You To
  • Be a good timekeeping
  • Have good communication with basic level of spoken and written English
  • Have an understanding of Food Hygiene
  • Have good customer service skills and an eye for detail
  • Be positive and have a flexible approach to work.
  • Be a good team player

FAQs

Do we support applications from non-UK candidates?

Yes, applications from non-UK candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route is not possible for this role.

What are the closing dates for applications?

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 30 May 2025.

When will interviews be held?

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 9 June 2025.

Is attendance required for the interview?

Yes, you will need to attend the venue for the interview to participate in a practical assessment.

Is prior experience in hospitality necessary?

No prior experience is required; we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn and receive training in restaurant and customer service skills.

What are the working hours for this role?

You will be expected to work 5 days out of 7, with shifts ranging from the earliest start at 07:00 to the latest finish at 21:30, totaling 36 hours a week.

Is transportation necessary for this job?

Yes, own transport is essential due to the location of Henley Business School.

Are there accommodations available?

Yes, there may be the possibility of live-in accommodation at a low rate for those who prefer to stay on campus and avoid travel expenses.

What benefits are offered to successful candidates?

Successful candidates will receive a company contributory pension scheme, 21 days of annual leave (closed at Easter and Christmas), staff discounted gym membership, and opportunities for career progression.

Is there flexibility in the working arrangements?

Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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University of Reading

A global university that enjoys a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise.

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Mission & Purpose

The University of Reading is one of the UK’s leading research intensive universities and ranked in the top 200 universities in the world by QS. We have a proud history. In 2016 we celebrated the 90th anniversary of being granted a Royal Charter. From our appointment of the UK’s first female professor, Edith Morley, to the social reform campaigner Lord Wolfenden being our Vice-Chancellor, we have 100,000 alumni and students at the top of their professions in academia, arts, broadcasting, business, government and sport. We have a global outlook, with 17,000 current students from 150 countries and our state-of-the-art University of Reading Malaysia campus opened in 2015. We offer 250 undergraduate and 150 postgraduate courses, with great research-led teaching, a top-class 24/7 library and 94% of our graduates in work or further study after six months. We have a 89% student satisfaction rate with a top 10-ranked Student’s Union, which runs 150 clubs and societies. We do world-leading research, across the sciences, arts and humanities, including tackling the planet’s biggest challenges – climate change; food security; poor nutrition; and disease. The national Research Excellence Framework 2014 classed 78% of our research was classed as internationally excellent and 27% world-leading – ranking us 19th in the UK for research intensity and 27th for research power. We have invested more than £400m in excellent research, teaching and student facilities in the last decade. We have three UK campuses, including our award-winning 130-hectare main Whiteknights Campus and our London Road campus, home to the Institute of Education and from September 2016, our new School of Architecture. We are home to the triple-accredited Henley Business School – one of the leading business schools in the UK and Europe.