Catering Assistant - Strathblane Primary School - STR07658

Stirling Council; Stirling, Blanefield; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Catering Assistant dedicated to maintaining high standards of food preparation and service. This role offers the opportunity to learn on the job with comprehensive training provided. You will be responsible for food preparation, basic cooking, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. With flexible working arrangements and generous benefits, including annual leave and pension schemes, this position is perfect for those looking to balance their career with personal life while contributing to a vital community service.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 6 months full sick pay

Carers Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Health & Wellbeing support

Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is not essential as training will be provided.
• Must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food preparation and service.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation such as Food Safety Act.
• Assist with food service and kitchen hygiene.

Skills

Food Preparation

Basic Cooking

Kitchen Hygiene

Food Safety Compliance

Job description

Job Description

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We are seeking a motivated and interested Catering Assistant who takes pride in maintaining high standards of food preparation and service. Responsibilities include food preparation, basic cooking, food service, kitchen hygiene, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation such as the Food Safety Act and Health & Safety at Work Act. Experience in catering is not essential, as on-the-job and off-the-job training will be provided. The position is initially based at one location but may require relocation with appropriate notice as needed.

The Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years of continuous service)
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid office and remote work options. We encourage flexible working to help balance your career and personal life.
• Biennial incremental progression until the top of your pay scale is reached
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For more information, visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay, depending on length of service
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift Share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme

Salary Additional Information

Stirling Information February

Requirements

The successful candidate must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. If your application is successful after the interview, you will be asked to complete the necessary forms and have your details verified.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage applications regardless of age (note restrictions for Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.