Vacancy Student Hospitality Assistant at the University Sports Centre

Would you like to contribute to an excellent hospitality experience in the sports café of our new sports centre? Then we'd love to hear from you!

Since February 2026, we have been operating from our brand-new sports centre, featuring a modern and welcoming hospitality venue. As a member of the USC hospitality team, you will work alongside the Hospitality Coordinator and a dedicated group of colleagues. Together, you will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the venue while contributing to a lively and welcoming sports café where students and visitors feel at home.

Does this sound like something for you? Join our team!

 What will you do?

  • Prepare and serve food and drinks;
  • Assist with catering preparations for events and functions;
  • Keep the kitchen, bar and terrace clean and tidy;
  • Identify and carry out day-to-day hospitality tasks;
  • Work in accordance with HACCP food safety regulations;
  • Process hospitality orders, manage stock and receive deliveries.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a team player with a hands-on attitude who matches the following profile:

  • You expect to be a student for at least another two years;
  • You are responsible, proactive, motivated and accurate in your work;
  • You are fluent in English;
  • You have previous hospitality experience;
  • Knowledge of Dutch is an advantage;
  • You are regularly available during daytime hours;
  • You are willing to work during events and sports days;
  • You are flexible and available for varying shifts, including evenings and weekends;
  • You are willing to complete our mandatory Emergency Response (BHV) training courses.

Shifts are scheduled in three-month periods, and where possible for longer durations. We expect you to be flexible and available to work during special events, peak periods and when covering for permanent staff members.

Interested?

Please send your CV and application letter as soon as possible to k.s.j.gorter@usc.leidenuniv.nl, for the attention of Klaas Gorter.

If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact us using the same email address.

Applications can be submitted until 13 July. We look forward to receiving your application!