Catering Assistant

Location

Contract Type

Specialism

Salary

£13.33 - £13.48 per hour

Posted

22nd September 2025

Job Reference

201515

Description

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Are you friendly, reliable, and keen to make a positive difference in your community?

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to support the day-to-day running of a busy school kitchen and dining centre. You’ll play an important role in preparing and serving meals for pupils and staff, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and customer service at all times.

What you’ll be doing

  • Assisting with basic food preparation (e.g. vegetables, snacks, and simple meals).

  • Serving food and refreshments to pupils and staff.

  • Helping with stock storage, rotation, and ordering supplies.

  • Carrying out kitchen and dining duties – setting up, cleaning, and washing up.

  • Acting as a point of contact for inspectors and supporting kitchen administration.

What we’re looking for (Essential Skills)

  • Knowledge of good personal hygiene practices.

  • Ability to handle and account for cash accurately.

  • Experience of dealing with a range of customers.

  • Willingness to undertake training.

  • Ability to adapt to different tasks as required in a busy kitchen environment.

What’s on offer

  • A rewarding role serving your local school community.

  • Training and development opportunities provided.

  • Competitive pay.

  • Stable hours with term time working.


Apply now to join a dedicated catering team where no two days are the same – and where your work helps fuel the future of young people across the Highlands.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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