General Assistant Catering
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/160704
- Location: Fort Augustus
- Job type: Full Time - 73.5 hours per week
- Salary: £14.73 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 28 August 2026
About the role
General Assistant - Catering
Fort Augustus, Scotland
Pay: £14.73 per hour (Travel allowance provided)
Hours: 73.5 hours per week – 10.5hrs per day
Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off
Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be arranged by the company.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands, this is a unique opportunity to work in a truly stunning and remote location. Situated at the southwestern tip of Loch Ness in the Great Glen, the village is renowned for its iconic canal locks and breath taking scenery, perfectly positioned between Inverness and Fort William.
As a General Assistant, you’ll play an important role in helping residents feel comfortable, supported and at home. Your work will contribute directly to creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience, supporting the catering team with the preparation and service of meals, and ensuring residents receive friendly, attentive and professional service throughout their mealtimes.
Role Overview
You will play a key role in delivering high standards of cleaning, housekeeping, and catering support across accommodation, communal, and service areas. The role requires a proactive, team-focused approach to maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and customer service standards in line with contract requirements. Friendly, approachable, and attentive, you will engage positively with residents, responding to their needs and helping to create a warm, “home-from-home” environment.
What you’ll do:
- Ensure all kitchen areas, utensils, crockery, and equipment are clean and organised.
- Assist in the checking, acceptance, and correct storage of deliveries.
- Properly disposing of kitchen waste and recyclables
- Supporting the Chefs with basic food preparation tasks as required
- Assist in setup and serving of hot and/or cold foods from counters and steamtables.
- Actively champion a safe and healthy environment for visitors and staff
What you’ll bring:
- Previous experience in customer service and/or a catering or hospitality environment is desirable
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 3) is desirable
- Strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
- Able to meet the physical demands of the role
What We Offer
- Competitive rate of pay
- All meals and accommodation provided during your working rotation
- Free on-site facilities, including a fully equipped 24/7 gym and social bar
- Laundry service available
- Structured rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off
Why Sodexo?
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
- 24/7 virtual GP and retail discounts
- Pension and development opportunities
- Inclusive and supportive workplace
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We are a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to supporting disabled candidates and creating an inclusive workplace.
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Virtual GP
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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.
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