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Do you want to work at Scotland’s number one Student Union? Looking for work that will be rewarding, exciting and gives something back to your fellow Strathclyders? Here at Strath Union we’re looking to recruit student staff for all areas of our services in the heart of the Campus for academic year 2024/25 and would love to have you onboard.
We are looking for students who enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment and have great communication and customer service skills or the desire to learn and develop these. We are looking for student staff to work in the following roles:
We are a real living wage employer with a current rate of £12 per hour and great flexibility to fit in with your studies.
To apply please complete the form below with as much information as possible by 10am on 15th July 2024
All applicants must be in Glasgow and available for training from the 9th September
All applicants must be Strathclyde students for the whole academic year 2024-25
(Please note there might be slight changes to the role descriptions)
This role will include working across our bar, catering outlet and coffee shops.
Being a welcoming first point of contact when students/visitors enter the Union
Responding to enquiries by email, phone, face to face and live chat
Ensuring the Union reception area is kept tidy and is welcoming
Setting up rooms as required for society/external bookings
Facilities support
Extra duties when required
8 hours per week minimum contract
Must be available in Glasgow from 9th September for training
Follow budgets as set by the Senior chef
Help to prepare meals both internal and external for Strath Union
Keep records of all food coming into and out of the kitchen
Work with the Senior chef to develop food concepts
Keep up with industry trends in collaboration with the Senior chef
Responsible for deliveries and stock rotations in conjunction with Senior chef
Ensuring the facility is left in a clean and secure condition
Ensuring that waste is kept to a minimum
Skills required
Proven experience in commercial kitchens
Professional culinary qualification or relevant vocational experience
Level 1, food safety award (will be provided if required)
Excellent communication and organisation skills
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Dedicated to food quality and control
Strong knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation standards
Good time management skills
1. Apply
In the application form you will be asked to upload a CV. See the University Careers Service for support putting a CV together
If you need to apply in a different way please contact tally.kerr@strath.ac.uk
We will respond to your application by the 31st July.
2. Interview