Hospitality Assistant - Villages - Northampton, Northamptonshire

Posted 11 Nov 2026

Housing 21

Northampton, Northamptonshire (Medical or Health)


Job Type:contractDuration:24 months
Category:Medical or HealthRecruiter Reference:1249931
URL for Applications:Apply HereSalary:

24 Month Temporary Fixed Term Contract 

Hours: 20 hours per week



At Housing 21 we pride ourselves on being passionate about people and are committed to investing in those who work for us to help them to be the best they can be. 

When you work for us, you will be joining an organisation that holds the Investors in People Platinum standard. Our people are our foundation, and we know how important it is to support them to do what they do best, whether through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture. 

We are incredibly proud of the culture we have created and celebrate the positive difference we make to society. If you think you’re ready for a new challenge and able to make a difference, then come and join us! 

We are currently looking to recruit a Hospitality Assistant to join one of our Villages here at Housing 21.

Key accountabilities include:

Work with catering team to take orders and serve customers food and drinks in a timely and friendly manner.
Keep facilities clean and presentable
Provide excellent customer service. Seek feedback from users and contribute to suggestions for future improvements
Promote residents’ engagement and use of facilities at the village, including hard to reach residents
Monitor and report any problems to Facilities lead
Process payments accurately and ensure accurate records are kept
Curious to know more? If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can make a real difference, with an organisation with a strong social purpose, take a look at the job description attached.

We’d love to meet you!



What we’re looking for

The essential requirements for the role include:

A good knowledge of older people and the issues pertaining to them.
Sound knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation
Experience in managing budgets
Knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults (desirable)
Experience of working in a customer facing environment
Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (desirable)
Willingness to work towards Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (if not held)


Why us?

We support our employees to do what they do best, whether that’s through flexible working, learning new skills or being part of a friendly and supportive workplace culture. We also offer a great benefits package including Blue Light Card discount, holiday trade scheme, volunteer days, Occupational Sick Pay, Occupational Maternity Pay and more.

As part of our commitment to our employees and offering flexibility, we now offer a nine-day fortnight, providing employees with the opportunity to work their hours across nine days and have a three-day weekend every other week. Further details on how this works will be discussed with successful candidates upon on offer being made and where applicable.

An offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure check, satisfactory references, and induction training

Closing date for applications 26 November 2026

Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

How to Apply

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