Junior IT Administrator Giggling Squid Guildford up to £30,000 depending on experience

Join the Giggling Squid Family - Where Passion, People & Thai Food Come Together

Giggling Squid is the UK's largest Thai restaurant group and still growing fast, and our technology estate underpins everything from EPOS transactions to delivery operations. We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Junior IT Administrator to directly provide first and second line support across our restaurants and support offices. The role covers a wide range of systems.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their IT career who wants hands on experience across infrastructure, applications, networking, and user support. Must have a positive 'can do' attitude and be open to tasks outside of traditional IT.

This full time role is based in our Head Office in Guildford with onsite work at restaurant locations as and when required including support to restaurants in their peak periods (Friday, Saturday evenings until 19:00 can be remote and flexible starting hours in lieu of). Here's what we offer:

• Incredible Training & Development - Whether you're refining your skills or aiming higher, we'll support your growth in a multi faceted and dynamic IT environment
• Competitive salary
• Weekly pay - every Friday, without fail
• 50% staff discount - for you, your family, your friends
• 25 days holiday, pension scheme

• Service Desk & User Support
• EPOS & Restaurant Systems
• Infrastructure & Networking
• Hardware & Peripheral Support
• Business Applications
• Operational Support
• Cyber and Data Security

• Strong interest in IT support and problem solving
• Always willing to help with a positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts into language operational personnel can understand
• Basic understanding of Windows OS, Mac, Office 365, and networking fundamentals
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Customer first mindset
• Understanding of Cyber Security and basic security best practises

• Experience in multi site hospitality or retail IT and operations
• Familiarity with EPOS systems (Zonal Aztec) and/or QSR automations is a real plus
• Basic knowledge of Active Directory
• Understanding of Wi Fi troubleshooting and network basics
• Experience with printers and peripherals
• Exposure to ticketing systems
• Sequel Server T SQL, SSRS administration, and experience
• Unifi Protect/Hik Vision experience a plus