Catering Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/163386
- Location: Edinburgh
- Job type: Part Time - 24 hours per week
- Salary: £13.45 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 04 November 2026
About the role
- 24 hours per week
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
- 7:00am – 3:30pm
- £13.45 per hour
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Are you passionate about great customer service and enjoy working as part of a friendly team? We're looking for a Part-Time Catering Assistant to join our team in Edinburgh's Old Town, helping create a welcoming dining experience for our customers.
You'll support the Restaurant Supervisor with food preparation, presentation and service, ensuring high standards are maintained and all company procedures and contract requirements are followed. If you're reliable, enthusiastic and enjoy working in a busy catering environment, we'd love to hear from you!
What you'll do:
- Maintain high standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness, following company, client and legal requirements.
- Assist with food preparation, presentation and service, ensuring dietary requirements and allergen procedures are followed.
- Serve food and beverages, including barista-made coffees, while delivering friendly and professional customer service.
- Set up service areas, replenish stock, clear tables and clean catering areas to maintain a welcoming environment.
- Support daily operations, including till duties, cash handling, stock checks and special functions as required.
- Work closely with colleagues, complete required training and follow company policies and procedures.
What you bring:
- A friendly, professional approach with strong communication and customer service skills.
- Previous food handling experience, ideally within catering, hospitality or food service.
- An understanding of health and safety procedures and the importance of maintaining high standards.
- Good personal hygiene, a professional appearance and attention to detail.
- A basic food hygiene certificate or experience working in a standards-driven environment would be an advantage.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. You'll join a team that values your contribution, supports your development and empowers you to make a positive impact every day. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme providing personal, legal and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP access and lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you and your family
- Financial wellbeing tools and retirement planning support
- Cycle to Work scheme and a paid Volunteering Day
Join Sodexo as a Catering Assistant in Edinburgh's Old Town, where you'll help deliver great food, friendly service and positive experiences for customers and guests every day!
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH99 1SP
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