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Temporary Catering Assistants


We are seeking highly motivated Catering Assistants to join our award-winning Catering Department. There are a number of temporary part-time posts available with varying hours which promote a healthy work/life balance. 


You will work at one of our catering outlets, each individually tailored to the requirements of our students, staff, conference delegates and other visitors.


We offer competitive rates of pay, a generous holiday entitlement, a commitment to staff training and development and use of the University’s sports and library facilities.


In addition to assisting in the day to day provision of a range of diverse catering services for our students, staff, conference delegates and other visitors, you will also be involved in providing a high class service for special functions and events.


Experience in a catering/kitchen environment and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is preferred, although training will be provided. 


An availability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week will be required.


We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.

Closing Date: 28 Oct 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £24,215 £14.43 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

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Commercial Services Assistant - Campus and Commercial Services

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Commercial Services Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of a busy and diverse commercial services function. This is a varied and dynamic role that requires excellent administrative skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Working as part of a small and supportive team, you will play a key role in supporting commercial activities across the University's estate and specialist facilities. Your responsibilities will span commercial occupant support, financial administration, customer enquiries, bookings, reporting, and operational coordination.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and can maintain a high standard of accuracy and professionalism while delivering excellent service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a first point of contact for commercial enquiries, providing a professional, responsive and customer-focused service.
  • Support the administration of commercial services, commercial occupants, bookings and events.
  • Coordinate commercial occupant onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring records and documentation are maintained accurately.
  • Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, schedules and departmental records.
  • Process purchase orders, invoices and other financial transactions in accordance with University procedures.
  • Coordinate diaries, room bookings, meetings and operational activities.
  • Arrange meetings, prepare documentation and take accurate minutes and action notes where required.
  • Monitor shared inboxes and respond to enquiries within agreed timescales.
  • Maintain records relating to commercial occupant licences, invoices and associated documentation.
  • Liaise effectively with internal departments, customers, suppliers, commercial occupants and external partners.
  • Provide a high standard of customer service, resolving routine enquiries and escalating issues where appropriate.
  • Support the continuous improvement of administrative and operational processes.
  • Undertake general administrative duties to support the wider Commercial Services Team.

 

About You

You will be educated to A Level standard (or equivalent) and have at least 6 months experience working in a busy administrative environment.

You will possess excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities. You will be comfortable multitasking and responding to changing demands while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

The successful candidate will:

  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate the ability to multitask effectively and manage competing priorities within a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
  • Be confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams/Sharepoint.
  • Demonstrate strong organisational and diary management skills.
  • Be able to work independently while contributing positively as part of a collaborative team.
  • Have experience of minute taking and maintaining accurate records.
  • Possess excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills.
  • Be proactive, self-motivated and solution-focused.
  • Be willing and able to travel to University sites when required.


Experience of financial administration, purchase order processing, invoicing, commercial operations, and the collection or reporting of business data would be advantageous.

Why Join the University of Chester?

At the University of Chester, you'll be part of a supportive community that values collaboration, wellbeing and professional development. We recognise that our staff are central to our success and offer a range of benefits to support you both at work and beyond:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 22 days plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days, increasing with service.
  • Excellent pension options, including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme or Higher Education Defined Contribution Scheme.
  • Flexible working opportunities where operationally appropriate, supporting a positive work-life balance.
  • Learning and development opportunities, including access to training, workshops and career development support.
  • Employee wellbeing support, including occupational health services and employee assistance resources.
  • Discounted gym membership and access to University sports facilities.
  • Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts through staff benefit schemes.
  • A friendly and inclusive working environment where diversity, belonging and individual contribution are valued and celebrated.

Join Our Team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and customer-focused team where no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of commercial activities, work with diverse stakeholders and play an important role in supporting the success of the University's commercial services.

If you are highly organised, customer-focused and enjoy working in a busy environment where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Galina Georgieva, Campus and Commercial Services Coordinator, at g.georgieva@chester.ac.uk.


Closing Date: 28 Oct 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £25,754 to £26,320

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You will represent the Sport and Active Lifestyle department of the University of Chester which comprises gymCHESTER, activeCHESTER, sportCHESTER and Active Wellbeing. You will provide excellent levels of customer care to all users of the gym and sports facilities as well as assist with the service delivery of the department by completing daily and weekly tasks.

You will be based in the gym at Exton Park Campus. The Gym is used by staff, students and guests of the University of Chester as well as members of the public. Other sports facilities at Exton Park include a swimming pool, gymnasium, small hall, all weather pitch, MUGA, tennis courts, squash courts, sports hall and running track.

Key duties and responsibilities 

As a qualified Fitness Instructor, you will provide guidance and excellent customer service to all members and visitors of the gym and sports facilities located at Exton Park campus. You will assist the Sport and Active Lifestyle department by planning and instructing fitness classes, conducting one-to-one training sessions, complete daily reception and administrative tasks, monitor security and safety of the gym and sports facilities, ensure the gym is hygienic and properly maintained for our members. You will also assist with additional events throughout each term, for example BUCS Wednesdays and Sport and Active Lifestyle promotional activities. 

We value the importance of providing an inclusive environment to all members and visitors of the gym and sports facilities, you will therefore be part of a wider mission to increase physical activity participation across a growing and diverse student population. 

You will be required to work a shift pattern to include open and close of the gym and sports facilities and be prepared to alter shifts based on service demands. Additionally, you may undertake duties as reasonably requested and that are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post

General duties 

 

  • To uphold and comply with all University’s policies and procedures, including those relating to: 
    1. Equality, diversity and inclusion
    2. Health and safety
    3. Data protection and IT security 
    4. Safeguarding
    5. Sustainability 
  • To support the creation of a culture that is highly performance focused and built on a foundation of fairness, diversity, belonging and inclusivity.

Closing Date: 09 Nov 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £24,215

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