Catering Assistant

Sodexo Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a supportive team as a Catering Assistant at The Edinburgh Academy Junior School, ensuring pupils receive nutritious meals in a friendly environment. Enjoy a term-time role with fixed hours, focusing on excellent service and community spirit while providing for the wellbeing of students.

Benefits

Access to wellbeing and mental health support 24/7

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension plan and death in service benefit

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience is a bonus, full training provided.
• Great timekeeping is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing nutritious meals for pupils and staff.
• Maintaining highest levels of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.

Skills

Team-focused attitude

Attention to detail

Reliable and proactive work ethic

Job description

️ Catering Assistant (Maternity Cover from18th August 2025 to 13th May 2026)– Join Our Supportive Team at The Edinburgh Academy Junior School!
Location: 10 Arboretum Road, Edinburgh, EH3 5PL
Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover) – 9 months
Hours: 25 per week | Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 2.30pm
Pay: £12.21 per hour

At The Edinburgh Academy, we believe in helping every child unlock their full potential – and that includes creating a nurturing, vibrant environment where they feel seen, supported, and well-fed!As part of our dedication to pupil wellbeing, we're looking for a Catering Assistant to join our team and bring warmth, energy, and excellence to our school dining experience.

This is a family-friendly, term-time role – no weekends, evenings, or public holidays – meaning you can achieve a healthy work-life balance while making a positive impact every day.

Why Join Us?

Working in our Junior School kitchen as a Sodexo team member, you’ll be part of something greater – a purpose-driven team committed to excellent service, student wellbeing, and community spirit.

You'll also be joining a school that fosters belonging, self-confidence, and character in its pupils – and we believe our staff deserve the same.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assisting with preparing nutritious and appealing meals for pupils and staff

Presenting food beautifully and efficiently in our dining areas

Supporting kitchen hygiene and cleanliness to the highest standards

Unloading supplies and helping with stock organisation

Following all food safety and health & safety guidelines

Working as part of a tight-knit, friendly team where everyone contributes

What You’ll Bring:

A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude

Great timekeeping and a proactive work ethic

An eye for detail and care in how food is presented and served

Previous kitchen experience is a bonus, but not essential – full training provided!

What’s in It for You?

At Sodexo, your wellbeing and development matter. Here’s what we offer:

Access to wellbeing and mental health support 24/7

Employee Assistance Programme, including legal, financial, and personal guidance

Discounts for you (and your loved ones) via the Sodexo Benefits Platform

A pension plan and death in service benefit

Training, support, and real opportunities for career development

Cycle to Work Scheme & volunteering opportunities

Full protective uniform provided

Be part of a warm, welcoming school community and a trusted global company

Planning Your Journey?

Check your local travel options via Traveline Scotland – our school is located in central Edinburgh (EH3 5PL), with excellent transport links.

Ready to bring positivity, care, and a can-do spirit to a meaningful school role?
Apply today and help us create an environment where pupils – and staff – can truly belong and thrive.

Sodexo and The Edinburgh Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will undergo appropriate background checks.