Catering Assistant, Papdale Halls of Residence - ORK09508

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant for Papdale Halls of Residence. This permanent role involves supporting a catering team to deliver high-quality meals, with responsibilities including meal service and maintaining cleanliness in dining areas. Ideal candidates should have a food hygiene qualification and a passion for working with young people.

Qualifications

• Hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals and assist in basic food preparation.
• Set up and clear dining areas and wash up.
• Clean dining, kitchen, and storage areas.

Skills

Food Hygiene

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene Qualification

Job description

Advert

EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING

Papdale Halls of Residence

Catering Assistant

23.5 hours per week, Term Time

Permanent

£27,861 - £28,170 pro rata / £14.44 - £14.60 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

We require an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to support the catering team in providing high quality meals to young people residing at Papdale Halls of Residence.

Duties include serving meals, basic food preparation, setting up and clearing down the dining area, washing up and cleaning of dining, kitchen and storage areas.

You must hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Qualification or equivalent.

This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.

For additional information please contact Debbie Sclater, Manager, 01856 876060, or email [e-mail]

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 20 July 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.