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Job Title: Catering Assistant (Heriot Watt University)

Company Name: Heriot Watt University

Location: Edinburgh

Hours / Days Of Work: Hours flexible, 5 days from 7 : All weekly rosters subject to change (occasional weekend work required).

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Grade 3: £24,546 per annum (pro rata if part-time).

Job Description:
Provide and assist with the provision of professional, welcoming, high quality, flexible catering service to students, colleagues and visitors to the University across all areas. Preparation and pre-service activities prior to the opening of an outlet or the start of an event. Operate the outlet tills : including include taking payments whether cash, credit, contactless or cashless. Replenish, clean and service vending machines as trained and per procedures. Assist with ordering, receiving and storing food deliveries and stock counting. Assist as directed with basic food preparation readying outlets for service, producing prepare to order items ... [more on the ad itself]

Experience and Qualifications:
Essential Demonstrable ability to speak and understand English to follow verbal and written instructions and deal with customer/student queries Well-developed interpersonal skills Delivers excellent customer service, with a professional and courteous approach Ability to work quickly, flexibly and accurately Good attention to detail Sufficient physical ability to carry out the duties of the post, including bending, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Where the post holder is in possession of a valid UK Driving License, they will be required to register it with the University Insurance services and drive University Vehicles when required to facilitate the provision of services Desirable Experience of working within a similar environment Experience of operating relevant catering and or cleaning equipment

Application Process:
Apply via SimplyHired using the link provided - it will take you to the Heriot Watt university ad Applications can be submitted up to 11:55pm (UK time) on Tuesday 17th November. Please submit your CV & covering letter via the Heriot-Watt on-line recruitment. We welcome and will consider flexible working patterns e.g., part-time working and job share options.

Closing Date: 17/11/2026

Web Link: https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/Kqmi7YDsAf5tlUTBTlqr9_CAhKG0FFkEL2uLR1NteHQBlkKteilKiQ

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