Catering Assistant

Ktpws; Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Musselburgh is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to assist in providing a quality catering service. The role requires adherence to health and safety and food hygiene regulations. Essential qualifications include an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate, and PVG membership is necessary due to the nature of the role involving vulnerable children. Working hours are Monday to Thursday during term time only, making this a flexible opportunity in a nurturing school environment.

Qualifications

• Essential to hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2).
• Must have PVG membership for working with vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality catering and function service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene regulations.

Skills

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

# Catering Assistant - Musselburgh Burgh Primary SchoolRef no:: EAL12232Published:: 06/02/2026Closes:: 22/02/2026Location:: Musselburgh Burgh Primary School, Kilwinning Street, Musselburgh, EH21 7EFSalary:: £24,600 - £26,151 per year pro rataContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 14 hours per week## Vacancy InformationThe salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.Hourly rate of pay: £13.48 - £14.33 This is a 38 week sessional post i.e. working hours will be during school term time only.Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday, 10:30-14:00 To start asap.**It is essential that all applicants hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2). This can be obtained on-line and is available from many on-line training providers.**## Job DetailsTo assist in the provision of a quality catering and function service in accordance with relevant legislative requirements including health and safety, food hygiene, and hazard analysis within the food industry.**Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.****The East Lothian Way** The ‘– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.## Job Requirements**Relevant Qualifications** Elementary food hygiene certificate.**PVG Membership** This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.**All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.**Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.**Please note:** If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the website.## Additional InformationFor additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:If you have any difficulties creating an account on MyJobScotland or applying for this post please contact the MyJobScotland support team via this link .If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on [e-mail]**Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.**## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement