Regional Pool & Tennis Centre and The Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre

Food & Beverage

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.

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.

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

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.

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

For more information on the role, you can speak with our F&B Manager, Lorraine, on 01633 656757 or on email lorraine.hancock@newportlive.co.uk

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 jobs@newportlive.co.uk.

Please return the completed application forms to jobs@newportlive.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 3rd August 2026

Interviews will be scheduled: 7th August 2026

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