Bar and Catering Assistant

Are you interested in joining our supportive and friendly community?Merton College is seeking to appoint a Bar and Catering Assistant to work in our SCR and Hall team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a busy and very customer facing team.The position holder will be a valued member of our catering team with excellent interpersonal skills and customer service experience.The College Bar is open 7 days a week for students, Fellows, staff and their guests. All meals are all served in the magnificent Hall and Senior Common Rooms. The Hall can seat 120 guests in the traditional College style seating. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is also served 7 days a week for approximately 50 weeks a year. More information on Merton College can be found on the website.We are offering a stable work environment with excellent benefits: University of Oxford Staff Pension Scheme (OSPS), which is a contributory scheme, free medical insurance (which is assessable as a taxable benefit), 30 days holiday per year (excluding bank holidays), free car parking, uniform, when on duty, cycle to work and electric car schemes and loans for the purchase of seasonal travel passes. The College has a gym, which is free to use for staff and there are a number of organised activities such as yoga and circuit training that are also free for staff.Experience RequiredEssential:Excellent interpersonal skills, with an interest and appreciation of fine food and drinkNeed to be able to obtain an Alcohol Licence and Disclosure Scotland CertificateFlexible in duties and working hoursFriendly and engaging manner with customersA good understanding of spoken and written English, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, including Fellows, College Staff, Students and external clientsAccuracy and speed in executing tasks in a cheerful manner even when under pressureAble to work effectively as part of a team and proactively help other team membersAble to cope with a busy and demanding environmentDesirable:Experience of working in a bar environmentKnowledge of the cellar management (line cleaning)Contract: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week.Those wishing to apply for this post should complete the online application on our website via the apply button.The vacancy will only remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.Merton College is an equal opportunities ..... full job details .....