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Hospitality Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 November 2025 |
| Location: | St. Ives, Huntingdon |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Huntingdonshire District Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you enthusiastic about hospitality and delivering exceptional customer service? Burgess Hall, part of HDC’s One Leisure service, is looking for Hospitality Assistants to join our dynamic team. This is a variable-hours role, perfect for those who enjoy working in a fast-paced events environment.
As a Hospitality Assistant, you will:
Provide a high-quality bar and catering service during events and functions
Serve food and beverages, take orders, and process payments (cash and card)
Maintain cleanliness and stock levels in bar areas
Check guest identification for alcohol purchases and prepare drinks
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements
Contribute to the positive image of Burgess Hall and the wider One Leisure service.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
Has experience in customer service and hospitality (desirable)
Is confident with cash handling and food preparation (essential)
Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Can work flexibly, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain high standards under pressure
Holds a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable).
This role requires a strong team player who takes pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests.
This is a variable-hours position with no guaranteed set days or times. Hours will depend on the event schedule, making it ideal for those looking to earn extra income alongside full-time or part-time work, studies, or simply wanting flexibility without fixed shifts.
Please note: applicants must be aged 18 or over in accordance with licensing regulations.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
Apply
To apply for this position, please complete the application form.
The closing date is 9am 28 November 2025.
However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles, our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely while allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district, with an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week. However, please note that some positions may require a more consistent presence in the office due to the nature of the work.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you enthusiastic about hospitality and delivering exceptional customer service? Burgess Hall, part of HDC’s One Leisure service, is looking for Hospitality Assistants to join our dynamic team. This is a variable-hours role, perfect for those who enjoy working in a fast-paced events environment.
As a Hospitality Assistant, you will:
Provide a high-quality bar and catering service during events and functions
Serve food and beverages, take orders, and process payments (cash and card)
Maintain cleanliness and stock levels in bar areas
Check guest identification for alcohol purchases and prepare drinks
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal requirements
Contribute to the positive image of Burgess Hall and the wider One Leisure service.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
Has experience in customer service and hospitality (desirable)
Is confident with cash handling and food preparation (essential)
Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Can work flexibly, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain high standards under pressure
Holds a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable).
This role requires a strong team player who takes pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests.
This is a variable-hours position with no guaranteed set days or times. Hours will depend on the event schedule, making it ideal for those looking to earn extra income alongside full-time or part-time work, studies, or simply wanting flexibility without fixed shifts.
Please note: applicants must be aged 18 or over in accordance with licensing regulations.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
Apply
To apply for this position, please complete the application form.
The closing date is 9am 28 November 2025.
However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles, our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely while allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district, with an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week. However, please note that some positions may require a more consistent presence in the office due to the nature of the work.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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