Catering Assistant - FLK12974

Falkirk Council; Bo'ness; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a community-focused Facilities Team as a Catering Assistant, playing a vital role in children's daily experiences. This position offers a welcoming environment with training provided, allowing you to thrive whilst serving nutritious meals in schools. If you're a team player and eager to learn, we invite you to apply for this rewarding temporary role.

Benefits

On-the-job training and support

Welcoming team-focused culture

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Previous experience not essential.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and serve meals in a school environment.
• Support the Facilities team across various Council sites.
• Ensure nutritious meals are delivered with care.

Skills

Customer-focused

Organised

Teamwork

Job description

Job Advert

Join Our Facilities Team - Catering Assistant

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real difference to children's daily experience? Are you friendly, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that takes pride in great service? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools and other Council sites across the Falkirk area. In this role, you'll help prepare and serve meals that are nutritious, appealing, and delivered with care.

Who We're Looking For:
Previous experience is welcome but not essential - full training will be provided. Most important is your positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others. If you're organised, customer-focused and enjoy working as part of a team, you'll thrive in this role.

The Role:

• Location: St Mary's Primary School
• Hours: 10 hours per week, term time only 11.30am to 1.30pm
• Days: Monday to Friday
• Contract: Temporary to 31/12/2025
• Team: Part of a wider Facilities team supporting schools across the Council area

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming, team-focused working culture
• On-the-job training and support
• The chance to be part of a service that directly supports children's wellbeing

Please note, successful candidates will be required to gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.

If you're ready to play a key role in a valued public service and want to join a team that supports each other to do a great job, we encourage you to apply.