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Catering Assistant (Fixed Term - 12 Months)

Location: Leicester City Football Club Training Ground, Seagrave
Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term (12 Months)
Department: Catering
Reporting To: Catering Operations Manager / Executive Head Chef

Join the Team Behind the Team

Leicester City Football Club is looking for an enthusiastic and professional Catering Assistant to join our Catering team at our world-class Training Ground in Seagrave on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience within an elite sporting environment. Working closely with players, coaches, staff and guests, you will help ensure that our catering operation maintains the highest standards of service, presentation and hospitality.

If you are passionate about customer service, thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, you will be at the heart of our front-of-house operation, providing a welcoming and professional service throughout the training ground.

You will support the day-to-day delivery of catering services, ensuring dining areas are presented to the highest standards and that players, coaching staff and visitors receive a first-class experience.

No two days are the same in this unique environment, offering the opportunity to work within one of the country's leading football clubs while supporting the performance and wellbeing of elite athletes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, professional and welcoming service to players, staff and guests.
• Assist with the setup, presentation and replenishment of food and beverage stations.
• Deliver efficient and professional front-of-house service during meal periods.
• Serve food and beverages in line with club standards and dietary requirements.
• Maintain exceptional levels of cleanliness and organisation throughout dining and service areas.
• Work closely with kitchen colleagues to ensure smooth and effective service delivery.
• Support catering requirements for training ground events, hospitality activities and VIP functions.
• Monitor stock levels of front-of-house supplies and communicate replenishment needs.
• Maintain discretion and professionalism within a high-performance environment.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Professional, approachable and customer focused.
• Passionate about hospitality and delivering outstanding service.
• A strong team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy and fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational requirements.
• Comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders, including players, coaches and visitors.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within hospitality, catering or customer service.
• Experience working within a high-performance sport, VIP hospitality or premium service environment.
• An understanding of sports nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Barista or beverage service experience.

Working Pattern

This role requires flexibility to meet the demands of a professional football environment and will involve working:

• Early mornings
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Bank holidays

Why Join Leicester City Football Club?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a high-performing team within a world-class training facility. You'll work in a unique environment that supports elite sport while developing your hospitality and customer service skills within a professional and ambitious organisation.

If you take pride in delivering excellent service and want to be part of an environment where standards matter, we'd love to receive your application.

Apply now and help deliver a first-class experience at Leicester City Football Club's Training Ground.

About The Club

Leicester City Football Club has a rich and proud history – we’re more than just a football club; we’re a community. Formed in 1884, we’ve achieved incredible milestones, including becoming Premier League champions in 2016 and winning the FA Cup in 2021.

Our commitment to the local community, fans, and world-class experiences extends beyond the pitch. With the opening of our new state-of-the-art training ground in 2021, we continue to invest in our growth and success. Our team at Leicester City is more than just colleagues – we invite you to join our Club and experience the exciting opportunities of a life in the football industry!

Benefits Package

Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits!

One City. One Club. One Leicester.

Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community.

If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs.

Next Steps

We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights!