Catering Assistant - FLK14526

Falkirk Council; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training and support

Welcoming team culture

Job summary

Falkirk Council is seeking a Catering Assistant to join the Facilities (Soft FM) team. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals for children, working with a friendly team across Falkirk area.

Experience isn’t essential as full training is provided. A positive, organised, customer‑focused attitude and ability to work with others are valued. PVG membership may be required and cost covered for the chosen candidate.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and serving to children.
• Support catering across Falkirk area as part of Facilities team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Customer-focused

Willingness to learn

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: Rannoch ELC Centre
• Hours: 10 hours per week
• Days: Monday to Friday, 11.15am to 1.15pm
• Contract: Temporary until June 2027 (due to service requirements)
• Team: Part of a wider Facilities team delivering catering across the 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

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.