Catering & Events Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently in search of a Conference and Event Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. A successful candidate will enjoy working with a diverse group of people, including staff, volunteers, and clients. Job responsibilities include ensuring that the event runs smoothly and on time from start to finish.
About the role:
- Assist with the setting up and take down of an event.
- Serve food and drink to all event guests
- Deliver great customer service
- This role does involve lifting and carrying equipment and being active for the duration of your shift and would suit someone who enjoys being busy, has an interest in events, and has a passion for delivering high standards of service to everyone they meet!
About you:
- Have previous knowledge of bartending and experience being a waiter/waitress
- You’ll be a team player with lots of enthusiasm and a big smile
- You’ll take pride in your appearance, and be proud to be the face of the company
- You’ll feel comfortable in a fast-paced, busy environment
- Be able to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Most of all, you’ll have a friendly, positive, and proactive manner
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: £5.50-£11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leicester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night shift (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Catering & Events Assistant roles across Winstanley house's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £6 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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