Food and Beverage Assistant

Summary

Posted: 03 Jul 2026

Closing Date: 03 Aug 2026

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, lively and self-motivated individuals as Food and Beverage Assistants. The successful applicants will be required to work across all Newport LIVE venues assisting in the provision of a positive customer experience within our Catering department. This role will include working in the café and bars along with helping to organise and host children’s parties. This will entail the service and preparation of food, cash handling, cleaning catering areas and preparing areas for children’s parties. The post holders will be required to work mornings, evenings and weekends. This will be discussed at the interview stage. You should have the drive and passion for working in a sporting and leisure environment, and demonstrate our core values of Care, Passion, Teamwork, Inspiration, Innovation, and Inclusivity.

Hours, Pay and Benefits

Grade 2 SCP 11 – 14 / £13.45 per hour

18 hours - Be able to work varying shift patterns to include early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Key Experiences and Qualifications

• Good standard of general education
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Previous experience of working in a busy customer facing role

Role Requirements

• To assist in the preparation, cooking and presentation of food whilst providing excellent customer service in the food and beverage area as directed by the Team Leader. 
• To maintain high standards of hygiene and minimize risks of accidents by ensuring all areas of the food and beverage service, including utensils, crockery, glasses and equipment are clean and accessible at all times. 
• Report any defects in the food and beverage equipment or customer areas to the Team Leader or relevant Manager.  
• Ensure all deliveries are promptly stored in an appropriate manner.  
• To ensure all waste (wet and dry) is recorded and disposed of safely in line with legislation and defined catering procedures. 
• To assist in the provision of catering at special events; including bar work.  
• To undertake the collection of income from customers using the provided methods including electronic point of sale systems. 
• To work as part of a team and maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all venues. 
• To maintain a high standard of personal appearance at all times. 
• To assist with party provision and supervise the conduct of the children in the party and catering area to safeguard the enjoyment of the children as and when required.
• To observe all regulations covering HACCP and Health and Safety at Work.
• To attend relevant training courses relevant to the post as required. 
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as requested by the Management Team.      

Additional Requirements

Be physically able to undertake all aspects of assistant work - to include lifting and carrying.

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Job Contact

For more information on the role, you can speak with our F&B Manager, Lorraine, on 01633 656757 or on email [email protected]

Application Process 
You can download an application form and job description via the Newport LIVE website www.newportlive.co.uk or they are available via email request from [email protected].

Please return the completed application forms to [email protected] 

Closing date for applications:     3rd August 2026                  

Interviews will be scheduled:     7th August 2026