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Catering Assistant

£12.9 - £15 per hourEstimated

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Fixed term (12 months) Catering Assistant on Our Edinburgh schools’ contract in Drummond high school, 41 Bellevue Pl, Edinburgh EH7 4BS

18 Hours Per week (Shift pattern Monday to Thursday 10am till 2pm - Friday 9:30am till 11:30am)

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Edinburgh , working on our school’s account . Delivering critical services for schools that make a real positive impact across the UK.

Every day our people create high-quality learning environments - ensuring they are safe, clean and compliant for teachers to inspire and where students can gain meaningful skills and qualifications.

We work in partnership with our clients and end-users to ensure our 24/7 services are delivered to the highest standard with minimum impact or disruption to day-to-day operational requirements of the schools.

What you will do:

  • Basic preparation of food and drinks Preparation of vegetables and snacks.
  • Simple cooking of food (including the heating and/or reconstitution of convenience foods and vegetables)
  • Transportation and serving of meals (including the packing and unpacking of food into containers)
  • Washing up and clearing away equipment
  • Cash handling
  • Cleaning of the kitchen, its surrounds and the equipment

What you will bring:

  • Highly organised, responsible, efficient, and excellent attention to detail
  • Strong customer services skills, friendly, approachable with a positive work ethic
  • Welcome the opportunity to learn and support others

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.

Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will be required to undergo our enhanced PVG check before commencing employment – please let us know upfront on any queries should you have any.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

  • Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
  • Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Catering Team Leader/Manager
  • Training Opportunities : Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.

  • Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
  • Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
  • Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
  • Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
  • Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
  • Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
  • Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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