Catering Assistant – Edinburgh

Job Description

Erskine Edinburgh Home, 468 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom

Job Description

Erskine is an iconic Scottish charity, formed in 1916 by Scotland’s compassionate response to the horrors of war. A century later, we still believe that Veterans and their families deserve our utmost respect and compassion, for the sacrifices they made and the challenges they now face. At Erskine, we work as a dedicated team to ensure that Veterans of all ages are cared for to the highest of standards in a beautiful, fun filled environment, made up of two care homes and a Veterans Village of cottages, activities centre and apartments.

Working in social care can be demanding. However, at Erskine it will also be rewarding and fulfilling. You will be making an incredible difference to the lives of our residents and their loved ones at a critical time. We value skills and qualifications, but we prize kindness and compassion above all. Our team is crucial to providing the best care possible, so we recognise and reward our employees with benefits including employer pension contribution, fantastic career opportunities, and enhanced annual leave.

If you are kind and committed, then you do have what it takes to be part of the team here at Erskine! The ultimate aim is exceptional care and support to our ex service community and everyone in every role, in every department plays their part.

Catering Assistant

Erskine Edinburgh Home, Gilmerton

37.5 hours per week, 5 over 7 days

Shifts: 07:30-14:00 & 12:30-18:30

Grade 1 Salary £26,383 per annum (£13.53 per hour)

Permanent, Full Time Role

Closing Date: Sunday, 5th April 2026

The Role

The post holder will have continuing responsibility for supporting the provision of a high quality catering service to residents, staff and visitors in Erskine at all times. Working as part of a team, duties will include cleaning of the kitchen, kitchen equipment (use of industrial pot wash machine) and dining areas, unloading and putting away stock, and serving food, beverages and, on occasion, the preparation of basic dishes.

• Dayforce Wallet – employees may request up to 90% of their earned pay, on demand, between pay periods with Dayforce Wallet
• Welcome bonus of £500 (pro rata for part time) paid in instalments – £250 after 3 months’ service and a further £250 after 6 months’ service
• 28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays, increasing to 33 days per year, at the rate of 1 additional day for every 5 years
• Employer pension contribution
• Structured induction programme
• Opportunities for training & development
• Enhanced sick & maternity pay
• In house Occupational Health Service
• Free on site parking
• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Blue Light Card

Please note

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Erskine is unable to provide sponsorship. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive an invite by email (please ensure you check your spam/junk mailbox).

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Where a candidate has resided in the UK for less than five years and lived/ remained in another country for six months or more, in addition to a Disclosure/PVG, they will be asked to complete a criminal records check application via HireRight.

Please apply online at erskine.org.uk/careers. If you require the application in another format, please contact the HR Department on .

Equal Opportunities

Erskine is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Erskine Veterans Charity is the trading name of Erskine Hospital Company No. SC174103 Registered Charity SC006609.

Job Family: Facilities Management & Support Services

Erskine Edinburgh Home, 468 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom