Job Description

Department: Estates Management and Development


Location: York


Salary: 24,685 per annum pro rata


Contract Duration: 6 months


Temporary to cover maternity leave


Hours: 30


Closing Date: Friday 22 August 2025 at midnight


Reference: 124-25

Part-time, term time only, fixed-term

Location: York

Salary: 24,685 (9,052 per annum pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with roots dating back to 1841, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.


Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environment, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative, and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

You will be working along side a team of front of house assistants lead by an Assistant Manager and Catering Supervisors, helping support the serviced outlets and serviced hospitality.

The role

The University is looking for a food service assistant to join our Catering team and support the team in providing meals to students, staff, and visitors. The role currently available is a 30-hour post working from 9.30 am - 3.30 pm, 5 days out of 7, term time only on a fixed-term contract for 20 weeks to cover maternity leave. The work is mainly Monday to Friday, but does include some scheduled weekend work at various points during the year.


Experience of working in a catering and hospitality environment is essential, and some knowledge of food hygiene and food allergens is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be given. High levels of personal hygiene are essential.

Key requirements

Knowledge of good customer and retail service Knowledge of basic Food safety and health and safety requirements Able to work as part of a team.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Kirsty Westwood at k.westwood@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 786632.


Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.


We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.


If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)


Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -

Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants) Pension scheme Health Cash Plan after six months service Employee Assistance Programme Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software Relocation expenses package for certain roles Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.


Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees


Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.


Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.

Closing Date -

Friday 22 August 2025 at midnight