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Join Our Award-Winning Hospitality Team – Be a Team Leader at the University of Chester!
Are you passionate about delivering great food service and leading a team to success? We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Team Leader to support the day-to-day running of our vibrant catering operations – serving staff, students, and conference guests across campus.
At the University of Chester, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a community. With award-winning facilities and a strong commitment to staff development, this is your chance to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Please ensure you apply on the university's webpage.
? What We Offer:
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Competitive pay: £23,881 – £25,448 per annum (OS4 Scale)
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Generous holidays: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure – rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service
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Flexible working: 36.5 hours per week, on a 5 over 7 rota basis
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Excellent staff benefits:
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Free access to university sports and library facilities
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Workplace pension schemes
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Uniform provided
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Staff meals while on duty (with a small 5p deduction)
?‍? What You'll Do:
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Help oversee daily food services in our busy outlets
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Support special events and high-class functions
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Lead and motivate team members, helping maintain top-tier customer service
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Support the Catering Supervisors and Operations Managers with staff coordination
✅ What We're Looking For:
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NVQ Level 2 in catering or equivalent experience
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Background in catering, hospitality or similar customer-facing roles
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A full driving licence
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A team player with a can-do attitude, who thrives in a fast-paced environment
? We Welcome Everyone:
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences