Catering Assistants

Compass Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking experienced Catering Assistants across Edinburgh. The role includes supporting school canteens, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness during lunch periods. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of experience, excellent teamwork skills, and the ability to handle busy environments. The position offers a pay rate starting from £12.21 plus holiday pay, with opportunities to grow into a full-time role.

Benefits

All training provided

Access to employee assistance programs

Exclusive benefits platform

Health & well-being support

Qualifications

• 6 months + experience in catering or similar environment is required.
• Must be comfortable walking and standing during the majority of the shift.
• Ability to interact with people confidently.

Responsibilities

• Support staff canteen in delivering school lunches in a fast-paced environment.
• Serve hot and cold food and drink.
• Replenish stock, manage waste removal, and provide good customer service.
• Clean workstations and use pot wash.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Customer service skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Confidence when interacting with people

Drive and dependability

Outgoing and friendly personality

Job description

Join Us! 18+ ONLY

Our team is expanding!! We are recruiting for experienced Catering Assistants for Prestigious Schools across Edinburgh.

We are looking for individuals who share our energy and passion, want to go the extra mile and have a ‘can-do’ mindset.

Take part in after school Catering events, Clubhouses and general Catering during School hours.

PVG IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

Areas that require support

• EH15 3ST
• EH4 1ED
• EH13 0FJ
• EH4 3EZ
• EH5 2DW
• EH28 8LQ

Role Specifics

• Supporting the staff canteen in delivering school lunches in a fast paced environment within a short period of time
• Serving hot and cold food and drink
• Other duties include replenishing stock, waste removal, good customer service, till work, understanding allergens, understanding COSHH
• Cleaning down workstations and tables as well as using a pot wash

Working Hours

• Monday-Friday
• Shift times may vary
• Usual shift patterns are between 10.30am – 2.30pm or 11.30am – 3.30pm

You will work when the schools are on and while schools are off you can pick up shifts in other areas of the business.

Pay Rate

Starting from £12.21 + Holiday Pay

Chance to grow into a full-time, permanent role !!!

Successful applicants must have

• 6 Months + experience required
• The ability to remain calm during high-volume periods
• Confidence when interacting with people
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Driven and dependable approach to work
• Friendly, outgoing and welcoming personality
• As an active role, you must be comfortable with walking and standing during the majority of your shift.

Why Work for Compass

All Training Provided. Compass Exclusive Benefits, Lifestyle Benefits "Perks" Platform, and Health & Well-being Support Programmes, including Access To Our Employee Assistance Programme.

Apply online now via our short application form (only takes 1 minute!). We will be in touch shortly!