Catering Services Team Leader

Non-UK citizen candidates please note that this position is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa. Please only submit an application for this position if you hold or are intending to obtain the Right to Work in the UK through a different visa route.

There will be the necessity to attend the venue for the interview to participate in a practical assessment.

Enhancements to the rate of pay are added when you work unsociable hours in the week and at weekends

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Team Leader to join our professional team. We are looking for a person to work in all areas of the catering department, a skilled dedicated and motivated supervisor who possesses knowledge of current trends who has an eye for detail and desire to consistently deliver service of the highest quality to our guests. You may be required to work weekends, working 5 days out of 7, various shifts, earliest start 07.00 and latest finish is 21.30, working 36 hours a week.

Own Transport is essential due to location. Should you prefer to stay on campus to avoid travel expenses, we may have facility to provide Live in Accommodation at a low rate.

As Team Leader, we would expect you to:

• Good communication skills and an eye for detail
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Ensure that our fresh market food & service is delivered with pride
• Work with integrity and passion and have incredibly high standards
• Good IT Skills
• Flexibility in covering peak periods of business, colleague absence / holiday
• Knowledge of Food & Drinks Beverages

In return we will offer the successful Team Leader:

• Live in Accommodation at low rate  may be available
• Company contributory Pension Scheme
• 21 days Annual leave, closed at Easter and Christmas
• Staff discounted Gym membership
• Great Diverse Team environment
• Opportunities for career progression within our team.
• Own Transport is essential due to location

Closing Date - 6 October 2023

Informal contact details

Contact role: Bars and Dining Operations Manager

Contact name: Faisal Muhammad

Contact phone: +44 (0)1491 414560

Contact email: Faisal.muhammad@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role: Deputy Dining and bars Manager

Contact name: Angela Perez

Contact phone: +44 (0)1491 418781

Contact email: Maria.perez@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. 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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