Catering Assistant - Flexible Hours & Part/Full-Time Roles

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University is recruiting a Catering Assistant to provide professional, welcoming catering services across university outlets. The role involves pre-service prep, till operation, stock control, basic food prep, and front/back of house duties.

There are part-time and full-time hours with weekend rosters, and a pro‑rata approach for part-time workers. The position offers Grade 3 pay (£24,564 per annum) and 28 days annual leave plus closed days, with a commitment to equality and flexible

Qualifications

• Speak and understand English to follow verbal and written instructions and queries.
• Deliver excellent customer service with a professional and courteous approach.
• Work quickly, flexibly and accurately with good attention to detail.
• Physical ability to carry out duties, including standing, lifting and carrying.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality catering service to students, colleagues and visitors.
• Prepare and pre-service activities for openings or events.
• Operate tills and handle payments (cash, card, contactless, cashless).
• Replenish and service vending machines, assist with stock control.
• Assist with ordering, receiving and storing food deliveries and stock counts.
• Prepare items for service, including salads, sandwiches, hot/cold items, coffees.
• Operate and clean equipment daily in outlets (kettles, machines, ovens, etc.).
• Wait on tables, serve bars and assist with buffets as trained.
• Follow health, hygiene and safety guidelines; maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness.
• Front and back of house cleaning; undertake other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Job description

Heriot-Watt University is recruiting a Catering Assistant to provide professional, welcoming catering services across university outlets. The role involves pre-service prep, till operation, stock control, basic food prep, and front/back of house duties.

There are part-time and full-time hours with weekend rosters, and a pro‑rata approach for part-time workers. The position offers Grade 3 pay (£24,564 per annum) and 28 days annual leave plus closed days, with a commitment to equality and flexible