The City of Edinburgh Council is recruiting a catering assistant position based at Wester Hailes High School.
The post is permanent, working part-time 13.5 hours per week with a salary of £25,661 – £25,924 per year (pro-rata for part-time).
Purpose of Job
Our catering assistants play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services to schools and commercial buildings. Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and great customer care.
Major Tasks
To undertake individually or as part of a team, activities in a kitchen or dining centre connected to the provision and transportation of the catering service.
- Basic preparation and cooking of food and beverages in accordance with a service specification.
- Customer service – Interaction with both pupils and school staff.
- Setting up the dining room and service area.
- Serving meals and having an awareness of portion control and special diets.
- Cleaning of kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Cash handling and the use of tills where appropriate.
- Use of catering equipment (training will be provided)
- Compliance with the legal and council regulations, policies, procedures and compliance to the school food regulations 2021.
- Any other duties as required by the needs of the business.
To read the full job description or apply for the post visit their online job listing here. The closing date for applications is 27 March 2026.
