Job Description

Do you have good attention to detail that allows you deliver excellent customer service?





Accommodation, Conference and Events have an exciting opportunity for an outgoing and enthusiastic individual to join the team as Food Service Assistant in our retail cafes.





Our four cafes are based throughout the University campus: Tindal's cafe at Walter Bower House, UPDATES in the Physics building, Fairlie's in the Medical Building and Franki's in the main Library.



Occasionally you may be asked to assist service in other areas including weddings, conferences, bars, social and core University events like graduation. Working as part of the team to ensure the service standards at the University are of the highest quality.






We are looking for a team player who engage positively with students and staff to deliver excellence in food quality, presentation, and service. Applicants should also demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to work.





Previous experience working in a customer facing role is essential. This post involves a 'hands on' approach to provide the highest quality service. The successfully applicant will really enjoy delivering an excellent customer experience.





Working at Scotland's oldest University would not only allow your hospitality career to flourish but allows you to work in an environment that supports your professional and personal wellbeing. All employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial reward, wellbeing benefits and career development opportunities.

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of

staff benefits

including:

Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays Financial contribution to relocation where applicable Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters




Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Deborah Leitch, email: dl53@st-andrews.ac.uk, Tel: 01334 467088.





Applications are particularly welcome from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME)





Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at

https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on

hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk

.

Closing Date: 24 September 2025

Please quote ref: RM4858RH

Residential and Business Services



Salary: 23,751 per annum



Start date: As soon as possible

School/Unit:

Residential and Business Services

Posted:

05/09/2025

Closing date:

24/09/2025

Closing time:

23:59