Casual General Assistant

Join us in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere at The Storey's Printroom Cafe and Ashton Hal's bar amongst other Lancaster City Council venues.

Your role will be key in delivering high-quality food, alcohol and beverage services and supporting successful events that bring our community together.

By contributing to a safe, inclusive environment, you’ll help make Lancaster a vibrant place to live and visit.

Availability for evenings and weekends is pertinent to meet the needs of our diverse events and visitors.

You’ll prepare and serve hot and cold drinks, alcohol, cakes, and light snacks, while operating the till and handling cash with care. Maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in the café, bar, kitchen, and equipment will be part of your daily routine.

You’ll manage stock levels, complete necessary checks, and assist with event setups and visitor facilities across various council sites, ensuring smooth and enjoyable experiences for all. Evening and weekend shifts will be a regular part of your schedule.

You have experience in hospitality and enjoy working in a busy, customer-focused environment. Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude will help you thrive here.

You’ll share our values of Working Together, Ambition, Pride, and Ownership, taking pride in your work and supporting your team. Your enthusiasm and commitment to community service are what matter most. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is important for this role.

If you’re passionate about hospitality, events and community, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about what it’s like working with us, our benefits, values, and culture by visiting

• Flexible working friendly
• We welcome discussions about flexible working and may be able to offer hybrid working, a generous flexi-time scheme, and agreed working hours to support work–life balance.
• Inclusive employer
• We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
• We guarantee interviews for applicants with a disability and armed forces veterans who meet the essential criteria.

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