General Catering Assistants
We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic and customer-focused General Catering Assistants to join our friendly and committed catering team on a temporary, part-time basis.
Working in the beautiful surroundings of Newbattle Abbey, you’ll play an important role in delivering a high-quality catering and hospitality service to our students, staff, corporate guests, visitors and international partners.
If you enjoy working with people, take pride in providing excellent customer service and thrive in a busy team environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Location: Newbattle Abbey College, Dalkeith, EH22 3LL.
Contract: Temporary, part-time, until the end of December 2026.
Hours and Salary:
25 hours per week, including weekends
£18,336 per annum (£25,670 FTE)
OR
20 hours per week, including weekends
£14,669 per annum (£25,670 FTE)
Working pattern: Evening and weekend work will be required.
About the role
Reporting to the Catering Manager / Catering Supervisor, you will support the day-to-day delivery of catering and hospitality services across the College.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing excellent customer service
- Food and beverage service, including buffet and table service
- Preparing packed lunches, salads and other food items
- Setting up dining and hospitality areas for service
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and health and safety
- Supporting catering services for corporate guests and functions
- Recording cash and card sales
- Working closely with the kitchen and catering team to ensure smooth and efficient service
Please see here for the full job description.
What we're looking for
You will ideally have:
- Experience in hospitality
- Knowledge of food safety and record keeping
- Awareness of allergies and dietary requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to use your own initiative and prioritise your workload
- A flexible and adaptable approach to working hours
Please note: this role will include evening, weekend, early morning and split-shift working.
Why join Newbattle Abbey College?
- Work in the unique surroundings of Newbattle Abbey
- Join a friendly and supportive team
- Work with a diverse range of students, staff and guests
- Play an important role in delivering an excellent College experience
Apply Today!
Closing date: We are accepting applications on a rolling basis.
How to apply: Download and complete the below forms and send to recruitment@nac.ac.uk and please indicate on the application if you are applying for the 25 hours a week or 20 hours a week vacancy.