Recreation Assistant (Cafe) - NAY18026

North Ayrshire Council; Largs; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

North Ayrshire Council is inviting applications for a Recreation Assistant (Cafe) in Largs. This part-time role (12 hours per week) is on-site and permanent, with a wage of £14.10 per hour.

You will assist with preparing and serving food and beverages, help maintain cleanliness and safety, and ensure cafe readiness for customers during opening hours. Desirable: Food Hygiene Certificate.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Current Food Hygiene Certificate

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the cafe
• Preparing and serving food and beverages whilst operating within Food Safety and Nutrition guidelines
• General catering and specific cleaning duties
• Cash handling/till operation

Job description

Recreation Assistant (Cafe) - NAY18026

Company: North Ayrshire Council

Salary: £14.10 to £14.10 an hour

Job Ref: L1450

Rate of Pay: £14.10

Hours: Part-time 12 per week

Location: Largs, KA30 8QL

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 23 Oct 2026

Closing date: 30 Oct 2026

Role Summary

To undertake a variety of tasks which may include the cleaning of designated areas and assisting in the provision of a quality catering service. Also responsible for ensuring they are prepared for customers before and during cafe opening hours and maintaining the cafe to the required standards of cleanliness and safety.

To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by Management or someone acting on their behalf, in addition to the role specific tasks & responsibilities detailed below.

Role Specific Tasks

• Opening and closing the cafe
• Preparing and serving food and beverages whilst operating within Food Safety and Nutrition guidelines
• General catering and specific cleaning duties
• Cash handling/till operation.

Desirable: Current Food Hygiene Certificate

Additional Information

We will be in contact with you no later than 20 working days after the detailed closing date of the post however if you have not heard from us within that period, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Regulated Work with Children/Protected Adults

Where work is considered regulated work with children and/or protected adults, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or protected adults. Dependent on the classification of post, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG scheme, undergo a PVG Scheme update or complete a Police Check Scotland prior to a formal offer of employment being made by KA Leisure.

PLEASE NOTE: Successful candidates will meet the cost of the relevant PVG/Police Scotland check; it will be deducted from salary following commencement of employment with the Company.

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