Catering Assistant

Trust Housing Association; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their team in Stornoway. This part-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a person-centered organization, focusing on providing quality service to tenants. You will maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, assist with food preparation, and serve meals, all while working within a supportive team environment. With flexible shift patterns and a commitment to employee development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference in their community while enjoying a rewarding work experience.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Ongoing paid training

Personal development opportunities

Paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team and provide excellent customer service.
• Willingness to attain a REHIS certificate in Elementary Food Hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assisting with basic food preparation and serving meals to tenants.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service

Food Hygiene

Education

REHIS Certificate in Elementary Food Hygiene

Job description

Trust Housing has a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our team based in Stornoway on a part-time, permanent basis.

In return for your enthusiasm and commitment as our Catering Assistant, we offer:

• £12.60 per hour
• 8.75 hours per week on a 2-weekly rota, averaging 3.5 days per week, including every second weekend:
• - Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun
• - Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri

Shift times are 4.15pm – 6.15pm.

We offer a generous holiday entitlement, ongoing paid training, personal development, and paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

Trust Housing Association is a national provider of housing, support, and care services, primarily serving older people, as well as families and individuals. We have over 4,000 households across Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands to the Borders.

Responsibilities of the Catering Assistant include:

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas
• Carrying out cleaning duties as per the schedule
• Assisting with basic food preparation
• Serving meals to tenants
• Assisting with escorting tenants to the dining room when necessary

Requirements:

• Ability to work as part of a team and provide excellent customer service
• Willingness to attain a REHIS certificate in Elementary Food Hygiene

Closing Date: 12 noon on Tuesday, 29th April 2025.

If you have the skills and experience to be our Catering Assistant and wish to work with a well-established, person-centered organization, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Only candidates residing in the UK with the legal right to work will be considered. We do not offer sponsorships for international applicants or those on sponsored visas.

Trust is an Investor in People Platinum accredited employer and a great place to work. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086.