Department: Commercial Services
Location: Birmingham, England
Salary: £13.65 per hour
Post Type: Part Time (Casual)
Release Date: 15 May 2026
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 24 May 2026
Interview Date: Friday 05 June 2026
Reference: E726017
Role Summary
We are looking to recruit a number of Bar & Events Assistants to join the team at The Pavilion. In this role, you will support the delivery of a wide range of events and bar services, helping to create a welcoming, professional, and enjoyable experience for students, staff, and external customers.
You will play a key part in ensuring all spaces are prepared and maintained to a high standard, while delivering excellent customer service at all times. The role involves working as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment, supporting bar operations, event set‑ups, and maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and professionalism.
This is a varied, hands‑on role ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives under pressure, and takes pride in delivering great service.
Working Pattern
This is a casual position with no guaranteed or fixed hours. Shifts are offered based on business needs and will vary week to week.
The role requires full flexibility across weekdays, weekends, evenings, and late nights, with opportunities to pick up shifts during busy periods and events.
This position would suit someone looking for flexible work in a dynamic events and hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver friendly, efficient service to customers, creating a welcoming experience at all times.
* Prepare and serve drinks while following licensing and safety guidelines.
* Support the smooth running of the bar, including taking orders, handling payments, and restocking.
* Help set up and deliver a variety of events, from small gatherings to large‑scale functions.
* Maintain clean, safe, and well‑presented bar and event spaces throughout your shift.
* Work as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment, supporting colleagues to deliver great service.
Essential Requirements
* The post holder must be 18 years of age or over.
* Experience of bar work and events.
* The post holder must be flexible to work Monday to Sunday, including daytime, evening and late‑night shifts.
Desirable Requirements
* Basic knowledge of licensing laws.
* Experience working large‑scale events.
Further Information
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Hayley Nickolls, Assistant Centre Manager by email hayley.nickolls@bcu.ac.uk
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.
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