- Salary
- £24k+
- Location
- Bootle, Liverpool
- Department
- Retail
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Food and Beverage Assistant
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Department: Business Engagement
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus
Reporting To: Danielle Cox
Compensation: £23,890.31 / year
Description
🍽️ Food & Beverage Assistant
📍 L20 Hotel School, Hugh Baird College
💼Full-Time, Term-Time only, working 35 hours a week 35 weeks of the year.
💷 £23,890.31 Full-Time Equivalent (pro-rata according to hours and weeks worked)
💼 Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
🎁 Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits
📍 L20 Hotel School, Hugh Baird College
💼Full-Time, Term-Time only, working 35 hours a week 35 weeks of the year.
💷 £23,890.31 Full-Time Equivalent (pro-rata according to hours and weeks worked)
💼 Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
🎁 Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits
Join an Outstanding Team
At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.
Role
Are you passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional customer service? Join our dynamic team as a Food and Beverage Assistant, where you’ll play a key role in supporting both our commercial outlets and student learning experiences.
This term-time only position offers the ideal balance for those seeking flexibility. Whether you're a parent or someone looking for a better work-life balance, this role allows you to enjoy school holidays off while still receiving a regular income.
The L20 Hotel School at Hugh Baird College is a vibrant, real-world training environment where students gain hands-on experience in hospitality and catering. Our award-winning facilities include commercial kitchens, cafés, and event spaces that serve the public and host a variety of functions. As part of our team, you’ll help shape the next generation of hospitality professionals while working in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide excellent food and drink service in L20 cafés and hospitality areas.
- Assist with setting up and closing down food outlets, ensuring cleanliness and presentation.
- Supervise students in commercial areas, supporting their learning and safety.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and complete food safety documentation.
- Operate kitchen equipment and plate wash areas; carry out deep cleaning tasks.
- Prepare and serve food, operate tills, and deliver outstanding customer service.
- Support stock ordering and distribution across multiple kitchen and café sites.
- Contribute to marketing and promotional activities.
Criteria
- Basic Food Hygiene qualification
- Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting
- Strong kitchen and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High standards of professionalism and integrity
Please see the person specification for the full criteria
Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College
Why Join Hugh Baird College?
When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:
Generous holiday allowance
Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
Medicash
Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
Pension Scheme
Pension Scheme
You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
Professional Development
We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
Industrial Commercial Updates
Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
Reward and Recognition
Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
Lifestyle Fitness Gym
Lifestyle Fitness Gym
You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
Health and Wellbeing
You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Travel
You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
Retail Discounts
You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.
Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.
Skills
Customer ServiceFood Safety