General / Kitchen Porter

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic professional kitchen brigade at the University of Bath.

As a member of the General Porters team, you will work a variety of shifts on a 5-over-7 contract, which includes early mornings, late evenings, and weekend shifts in a bustling kitchen environment.

Comprehensive training will be provided for the right candidate, enabling you to become an integral part of the operation that delivers exceptional food and drink services to the community of this esteemed university.

This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter bonus (£1,000)* and Campus Services refer a friend bonus. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles. 

You will have a proactive, can-do attitude and serve as a valuable team player, supporting a variety of tasks and responsibilities throughout your shift. With a positive mindset and a flexible approach, you will effectively manage high-pressure situations and adapt to shifting priorities. You will be capable of working independently, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.

Some benefits you can access working for Campus Services include:

• A commitment to the wellbeing of our teams, with courses and activities available to support this. 
• We close over Christmas break, but you’re still paid for this time off.
• New starter bonus and Campus services refer a friend bonus*
• Staff discounts at the Sports Training Village and with some local retailers.
• Regular awards for shining stars, including £30 love2shop vouchers
• Great staff social events for staff and their families

This role is eligible for the Campus Services New Starter bonus*. Apply today and if you are appointed, you'll receive £1,000 after successfully passing your six month probation period. Please note this bonus is pro rata for part time roles.

This role is eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy, please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’  when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' 

*Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

Find out more about our benefits.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university.

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