Are you looking for a new career in catering or looking for a new challenge then this could be the job for you, as a department we like to build a career pathway with achievable career progression and opportunities, time off over Christmas and Easter to spend with friends and family and the generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days.

Background

The Department of Estates and Facilities Services is responsible for developing the University’s estate and improving the University experience for staff, students and visitors.

The Catering Department offers a diverse range of food and drink options for staff, students, and visitors across the University. Situated in the heart of Canterbury, the main campus features a variety of catering outlets providing refreshments throughout the day from freshly brewed barista coffee at the Touchdown Café and gourmet smash burgers from our Streatery food truck to our central food court, which serves breakfast and lunch in our 300‑seat restaurant. Augustine House is home to the Atrium Café, offering hot meals and snacks, while those studying late into the evening or are just socialising with their friends can enjoy our licensed bar in the St George’s Lounge.

The Role

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join our well-established Estates and Facilities Directorate at Canterbury Christ Church University

You will work as part of a team in the food and beverage outlets across the Canterbury Campus providing catering and hospitality services. The post of General Assistant will involve working in any of the Catering Outlets that include food courts, coffee shops, bars, hospitality areas, banquets, drink receptions.

The Person

We are searching for a highly motivated individual with a flexible approach and be able to meet the expectations of providing a consistent and quality service to students, staff and external visitors.

The ideal candidate will be:

Customer focused
Delivering a first-class service to students, staff and external clients.
Working with the Team Leader in any outlet, assisting with Hospitality, Events and formal dinners.
Willingness to learn new skills and develop as an individual
Working with the Team Leaders to maximise student experience
Team player to be consistently working with colleagues to ensure the best service is offered
Be able to operate point of sale system for card payments

How to apply

Start date for applications: 6th July 2026
Closing date for applications: 16th July 2026
Interviews are to be held: week starting 27th July date to be confirmed

If you require further information regarding the post, please feel free to contact: -

Kerry Brown – Kerry.brown@canterbury.ac.uk, Catering and Hospitality Operations Manager 01227 923040 (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting the Reference number REQ06298

A full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a CV and cover letter will not be accepted.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU

Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University’s redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.