General Assistant - Seasonal until 31st October 2026 in Edinburgh

General Assistant - Seasonal until 31st October 2026 in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Seasonal No home office possible
dnata Catering UK
Seasonal General Assistants – Airline Catering

Ever wondered how airline meals make it on board? Now’s your chance to be part of it! Join our fast-paced, seasonal team and help prepare and supply meals and equipment for flights departing daily.

Pay Rate: £12.74 per hour – Fixed Term Contract

What You’ll Do
  • Preparing, packing, and plating meals; handling food and stock safely
  • Rotating stock, re-ordering supplies, and completing paperwork
  • Keeping work areas clean and following hygiene & safety procedures

Please note: duties may include other tasks as required.

What We’re Looking For
  • Positive, reliable, and motivated team players
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-style environment
  • Comfortable following procedures and safety rules
  • No previous catering or aviation experience required – full training provided
  • Able to handle pork and alcohol products, work in chilled environments, and stand for long periods
  • Basic understanding of English
What You’ll Get
  • Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
  • Flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends & bank holidays
  • Experience in the aviation industry and potential for future seasonal or permanent roles
  • Free meals on shift, on-site parking, health cash plan, and Employee Assistance Programme
  • Friendly, diverse team environment
How to Join
  • Application Review: Our team will contact suitable candidates.
  • Interview & Assessment: Attend an in-person interview at our unit, complete a short assessment, and fill in relevant forms.
  • Conditional Offer: If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer.
  • Background Checks: References and security clearance required for airport access (can take on average around 4 weeks).
  • Induction & Training: Once cleared, you’ll join the team with a full induction and training day.

Apply now to get started — roles are filling quickly!

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dnata Catering UK

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dnata Catering UK Recruiting Team