Catering Assistant

Catering Assistants

George Watson’s College, 67–71 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EG

Salary
: £13.45 per hour
Hours
: 30 hours per week
Shifs
: 5 days over 7 – Flexible working pattern

Contract: 37-week contract

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Catering Assistants to join our team at George Watson’s College.

You’ll help deliver fresh, high-quality food and excellent customer service, working across food preparation, service, cleaning and events. The role also includes occasional evening and weekend work.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and presentation, following our Fresh Food from Scratch ethos.
• You will also be required to operate the till, handle card payments and assist pupils and staff at the service counter.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service during meal and service periods.
• Replenish food and equipment and help ensure services run smoothly.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, food safety and health & safety.
• Take care when preparing food for allergens and special dietary requirements.
• Complete required records, including food temperatures, cleaning schedules and stock checks.
• Assist with cleaning kitchens, service areas and equipment to the required standard.
• Support the set-up, service and clear-down of school events and functions.
• Work positively with colleagues and raise any issues or concerns with the management team.
• Report accidents, incidents, damage, unfit food or other irregularities promptly.
• Attend training and follow all Sodexo and college policies and procedures.
• Be flexible to support evening, weekend and school holiday events when required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by management.
• You will also contribute to maintaining high standards and achieving a successful Safeguard audit.

What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, reliable and professional.
• Customer-focused with a positive approach to teamwork.
• Organised and able to work efficiently within agreed timescales.
• Able to work independently and use their initiative.
• Committed to high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Willing to learn, complete training and follow company procedures.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing service and event requirements.
• Previous catering or hospitality experience is beneficial, but full training will be provided.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll join a team that values you, supports your wellbeing and provides opportunities to learn and develop.

Our benefits include:

• Unlimited access to online mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme, including legal and financial support.
• Health and wellbeing app with rewards and access to a 24‑hour virtual GP.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings available 24/7.
• Financial wellbeing support through Salary Finance.
• Access to the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Competitive pay.
• Full training and protective uniform provided

Ready to Be Part of Something Greater?

Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.