Catering Assistant

Sodexo

Location: Edinburgh, EH10 5EG

Job ID: VG:VP7072FABA

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Location: George Watson's College, 67-71 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EG

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Hours: 30 or 32.5 hours per week

Shifts: 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 will 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.


• 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

• Friendly, reliable and professional attitude.


• 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?

If you're friendly, reliable and enjoy working as part of a busy catering team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Sodexo team at George Watson's College!

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

Additional Details

• Application date: 2026-10-15T16:44:33Z


• Job Reference: 72153


• Position Code: Y


• Location: Edinburgh


• Job Code: SDX/TP/1300019/161897


• Hourly Rate: £13.45 per hour


• Category: Catering & Hospitality

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Catering AssistantsGeorge Watson's College, 67-71 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EGSalary:£13.45 per hourHours: 30 or 32.5 hours per weekShifs: 5 days over 7 - Flexible working patternContract: 37-week contractAbout the RoleWe 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.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 OfferWorking 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 providedReady to Be Part of Something Greater?If you're friendly, reliable and enjoy working as part of a busy catering team, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and join the Sodexo team at George Watson's College!Please note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.