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Catering

Posted 10th August 2026

REFERENCE

32579_1786375027

Location
Penicuik, Midlothian
Salary
Up to£13.40/hr
Job Type
Permanent

Catering Opportunities, Temporary & Permanent Roles Available Across Scotland


Are you passionate about providing great food and excellent customer service? We are currently recruiting for a range of Vertas temporary and permanent Vertas Educational Catering positions across Scotland.
Whether you are an experienced catering professional or looking to begin a rewarding career within school catering, we would love to hear from you.


Locations
Various educational settings across Scotland including:
* Aberfoyle
* Penicuik
* Pebbles

Roles Available
* Catering Assistant
* Kitchen Assistant
* Cook


What We Offer
* Temporary and permanent vacancies available
* Full time and part time hours
* Term time working opportunities
* Competitive rates of pay
* Training and development opportunities
* Supportive team environments


Key Responsibilities
* Preparing and serving healthy meals to students and staff
* Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety
* Assisting with food preparation and kitchen duties
* Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
* Providing excellent customer service
* Ensuring dining areas remain clean and welcoming


What We're Looking For
* A positive and reliable approach to work
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to high standards of food safety and cleanliness
* Previous catering experience is beneficial but not essential
* A passion for supporting schools and local communities


Apply Today
We have immediate opportunities available across Scotland and are keen to speak with candidates looking for temporary work, permanent employment, or flexible hours.

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If you're ready to bring your skills to a company that values people and places, apply now and start your journey with Vertas

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Offers of employment are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, which may include:


* Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
* Children's Barred List check (where applicable)
* Right to Work checks
* Satisfactory references
* Verification of qualifications and professional registrations (where applicable)
* Occupational Health and medical clearance (where applicable)
* Assessment of suitability to work with children
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

(Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

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