Catering Assistant

Overview

Job Title:

Catering Assistant

Salary:
College grade 3.8: £28,031 per annum

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent |

Hours:

40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including evenings/weekends on rota)

Worcester College is one of the 39 constituent Colleges of the University of Oxford and is home to a vibrant academic community of around 75 Fellows, a lively and varied student body of around 400 undergraduates and 200 graduates, and a dedicated expert team of 150 professional staff, all representing a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Our values are excellence, inspiration, community, inclusivity and trustworthiness.

The College is situated at the heart of Oxford in a beautiful environment that the whole community enjoys.

• Permanent hours and willingness to work weekends
• Serving food and drinks, clearing tables, and ensuring a high standard of customer service
• Work at a variety of events including student dinners, formal banquets, and university conferences

Key details:

• Location:
  
  Worcester College, Walton Street, Oxford
• Duration:
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  40 hours per week
• Shift Pattern:
  Rota basis (Monday–Sunday)

• A warm, friendly, and professional attitude
• Punctuality and reliability
• Comfortable working on your feet and under pressure
• Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided

To apply, please complete the application form on our website along with the Equality Monitoring Form.

22nd March 2026 (23:59)

As and when applications are received

If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks including Right to Work, proof of identity and two references (including your most recent employer).

Worcester College is equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. Worcester College actively welcomes diversity amongst its staff and students. As a Disability Confident employer, all reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment process, working arrangements and/or environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability.

Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy prior to the end date if a suitable candidate is found.