Catering Assistant - Longniddry Primary School - EAL11233

East Lothian Council; Longniddry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time catering role. This position involves assisting in the provision of a quality catering and function service, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and hazard analysis. The successful candidate will hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate and will be part of a supportive team, working primarily during school hours. This temporary maternity cover role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while gaining valuable experience in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Essential to hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2).
• PVG Membership required for regulated work with vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality catering services in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure adherence to food hygiene standards and hazard analysis protocols.

Skills

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Health and Safety Compliance

Food Hygiene Standards

Hazard Analysis

Job description

Vacancy Information

The salary advertised is for a full-time position (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.

Hourly rate of pay: £12.96 - £13.78

Temporary maternity cover until 7th October 2025.
This is a 52-week non-sessional post, which includes working during school holidays.

Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Thursday, 10:15-14:00
Start date: ASAP.

It is essential that all applicants hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2). This can be obtained online from many training providers.

This post is being re-advertised. Previous unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply.

Job Details

Assist in providing a quality catering and function service in accordance with relevant legislative requirements, including health and safety, food hygiene, and hazard analysis within the food industry.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties. Refer to these documents to complete your application. Ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The East Lothian Way
Values and behaviours expected of our employees. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please review the document via the provided link to familiarize yourself.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate.

PVG Membership
This role is considered a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as per the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.

Candidates for regulated work will need to become a PVG Scheme member or update their membership before a formal offer is made.

Note: PVG records are updated with new vetting information. Any relevant disclosures will be discussed and investigated before an offer.

Additional Note:
If you have spent more than 3 months living or working outside the UK in the last 5 years, you must present an overseas criminal record check. Details are available on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

For more employment information, visit:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo

For application support, contact the MyJobScotland support team via this link.

For further vacancy information, call 01620 827868 or email [e-mail].

Please note: CVs are not accepted. All vacancies require a fully completed online application form. Limited data can be imported from a CV, but it should not replace completing the form. If you are unable to complete the form due to disability, contact us for a paper application.