Hospitality & Catering Assistant - Casual

Need some extra income but cant commit to fixed hours Join our friendly team as a Casual Hospitality & Catering Assistant at Field Studies Council Blencathra.

Why join us

Work flexibly well offer you shifts as they come up and you can choose to accept or decline based on your availability. Its the perfect way to fit work around your life.

• Pay: circa 12.21 per hour
• Contract: Casual hours offered as required during busy periods
• Location: Blencathra Threlkeld Keswick (CA12 4SG)

Love where you work

Were all about getting people outdoors providing high-quality learning and encouraging positive wellbeing. Since 1943 Field Studies Council has created inspiring outdoor learning opportunities for all ages from school children to adult learners helping everyone connect with and care for the environment.

What youll be doing

As one of our Casual Hospitality & Catering Assistants youll be responsible for keeping our visitor spaces clean tidy and ready for guests. This includes:

• Cleaning and preparing bedrooms bathrooms and communal areas
• Making beds replenishing towels and restocking tea/coffee facilities
• Keeping public areas tidy safe and welcoming
• Setting up the dining room for mealtimes
• Supporting our kitchen team with food preparation and service
• Helping keep dining and refreshment areas clean and stocked
  

Our centre is always busy so we value team members who are happy to help wherever theyre needed.

Where youll be working

At our Field Studies Council Blencathra Centre every working day begins with breathtaking views across the Lake District. Perched on the slopes of Blencathra the centre welcomes thousands of visitors each year many experiencing this World Heritage Site for the very first time.

Youll join a passionate supportive team in a truly inspiring setting where lunch breaks can mean a walk on the fellside and your work helps others connect with nature.

Were looking for someone with:

• A positive attitude and pride in your work
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible adaptable approach
• A professional manner and great customer service skills
• An interest in Field Studies Councils mission and values

Applications will be considered on arrival

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if were in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Blencathra on a rolling basis

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy please call Josh Spear (Lead Housekeeper) on

We want to create a world whereeveryone feels connected to the environmentso they can enjoy the benefits it gives and make choices that help protect it.

As an Investors in People charity we realise that to achieveour visionwe need diverse teams of staff who have a wide range of skills a real passion for the work of the charity and pride in their role within it. No matter what role you perform at the FSC everyone can make a difference and every role is vital to delivering our mission and visionif this inspires you we would love to hear from you.