At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in catering services, ensuring a smooth operation and excellent food hygiene.
- Company: Join Midlothian Council, dedicated to transforming community services.
- Benefits: Earn £14.27 per hour with flexible hours and training opportunities.
- Other info: Perfect for students looking for part-time work with a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for food and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 14.27 - 14.27 £ per hour.
Knowledge
The knowledge for the post is acquired through either on or off the job training and experience. Once in post the Jobholder is required to gain the elementary food hygiene certificate.
Closing Date: Wednesday 16th September 2026
Interview Date: Friday 25th September 2026
Position Details
Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships
Post: Newbattle Community Campus, Permanent, 9.5h per week, 52 weeks annually, Saturday 08:30-13:30, Sunday 12:00-16:30
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. The minimum actual salary for this position is £14.27 per hour.
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
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