Capital City College
Student Front of House Assistant
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Student Front of House Assistant
Student Front of House Assistant – Capital City College, London
Are you ready to make an impact at one of London’s leading Further Education providers? Capital City College is looking for a skilled Student Front of House Assistant to support key operational functions within a busy commercial restaurant setting, aligned with our ambition to "create a future that’s uniquely yours."
About The Role
This role is offered on an hourly paid basis and is ideal for students enrolled in relevant courses.
Core Responsibilities:
- Deliver exemplary customer service in a dynamic restaurant environment
- Welcome and manage seating for guests with professionalism and warmth
- Takes, processes, and records orders while maintaining accuracy
- Serves food, beverages, and executes cashless/mobile payments efficiently
- Supports front-of-house teams during lunch (09:00–14:00) and evening service (14:00–21:00), including weekend (Saturday) peak periods
- Maintain dining areas to high standards, including table presentation and cleanliness
- Uphold strict adherence to food hygiene, safety, and verification protocols at all times
- Collaborate seamlessly with kitchen and bar teams to ensure a seamless service experience
What We’re Looking For
- Currently enrolled on an Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related FE programme at Capital City College
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences in a public-facing role
- Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills
- Ability to think quickly, serve multiple customers efficiently, and multitask effectively
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and discretion are essential
- Reliable availability, particularly during **weekday evenings, weekends, and trading holidays
- A willingness to learn, take constructive feedback, and develop your front-of-house expertise
What We Offer
Professional Development & Experience:
- Valuable real-world commercial experience in a live café/bar setting
- Flexible shift schedules designed to suit your learning commitments
- Hands-on training in industry best practices, including meal assembly, customer relations, and efficiency techniques
- A chance to build confidence, refine teamwork skills, and enhance your resume for future employment/apprenticeship opportunities
Career Progression:
- Clear pathway towards supervisory roles within Capital City College’s cafes and restaurants
- Potential to transition into formal apprenticeships or employment post-study
- Opportunities to apply your skills directly to the academic projects/game scenarios studied on your course
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Why This Role Matters
Our restaurants operate 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday to Saturday. As a vital part of the Front-of-House team, your role shines when:
- Ensuring smooth, accountable, and seamless service reduces any delays or errors that might impact the guest experience.
- Guiding learners in the industry by demonstrating key competencies; your practical experience complements our colleges’ powerful combination of theory and real-world learning, creating a distinct advantage for students.
The Customer Experience cornerstone underpins Capital City College’s philosophy—we assess everything with learners at the heart. Your efforts directly contribute to the quality of outcomes experienced both by our guests and by the evolving talent pool, reinforcing the lasting impact of our education.
About Capital City College
Capital City College is one of London’s largest Further Education providers, serving over 35,000 students annually across 12 vibrant London campuses. We are committed to:
- Curriculum innovation, ensuring our courses adapt to meet the changing demands of industry and emerging job roles, ensuring students are always on track for progression.
- Student-centred excellence with a rigorous financial and operational approach that sustains superior service.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion, valuing diversity and ensuring every learner feels challenged, embraced, and supported.
Nationally recognised for our exceptional performance in both academic results and student satisfaction, we empower thousands to advance their careers, pursue higher education, or transform their lives through essential skills, and technical qualifications.
Why Join Our Team?
Capital City College is more than an employer — we are partners in realising your potential. By joining us, you join a community passionate about creating purpose, and every role offers more than just a job. The benefits reflect our dedication to empowering our team:
Employee Benefits:
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme for long-term financial security
- TELLUS – our award-winning discount and wellbeing platform (qualified up to £520 ex-tax yearly)
- Cycle to Work Scheme enabling portable participation and managing carbon footprint
- Interest-free season ticket loans for essential transport to campus and beyond
- Free annual eye tests and agreed contributions towards required specs or contact lenses
- Free flu vaccinations, alongside access to occupational health services and safe guard initiatives
- Full medicash healthcare relevant covering cashback on out-of-pocket expenses, medical services bundled with relevant wellbeing tools
- Generous annual leave allowance, including a dedicated ‘Relaxation Day’ release from work
- Five paid Professional Development (CPD) days, Put your knowledge and industry credentials to the test
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Our commitment also extends to ensuring every member of staff feels valued and supported. We prioritize health, safety, mental well-being, equal opportunities, and cognisance of inclusive working policies.
Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding
Equality, Safeguarding, and Excellence underpin all of our workplace actions:
- Diversity and Inclusivity are fundamental to our ethos; we encourage applications from all backgrounds
- All roles involve a mandatory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, enhanced with specific roles (to ensure the safety of young people and vulnerable adults)
Our Values
"To create a future that’s uniquely yours."
As London’s largest and most progressive Further & Higher Education provider, we offer education tailored to your skills, inspired by industry leaders, and shaped around your ambitions. Through strategic industry partnerships and state-of-the-art facilities, we open doors to unique career pathways.
- Student Experience: Academic excellence without compromising on duality—here, learning is practical, immersive, and community-driven.
- Fit for purpose: We become your community, reflecting London’s diversity and embracing learners of every background.
- Our team cares about you—that personal connection is key to driving excellence, setting you up for real-world success, transforming our students into tomorrow’s workforce, innovators, and leaders.
Through dynamic degree study options, modern workshops, creative collaborations, and hands-on opportunities, CCC is where you take your next steps—and we are committed to creating that future with and for you.
Important Details
- Vacancy requirement: Student availability during the open tokens on Athenae um College’s trading holidays and locations specified, weekly free weekends in saturation eat season
- Apply now for our Front of House Assistant role and be part of a trailblazing educational environment. Together we shape the next generation and create significant impact alongside some of London’s most talented individuals working at the heart of the city.
Are you ready to make a difference in our frontline teams? Apply today.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location