Catering Assistant

Base Location: Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre

Salary: £12 p/h + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Part Time Fixed Term Contract - (Various Contracts Available) 

The role

Our Visitor Centre opened in January 2017 and sits on the banks of the River Tummel, looking over the beautiful Loch Faskally. SSE has a wealth of heritage and history waiting to be discovered by the 100,000 + people that visit the centre each year.

The centre features a busy cafe, serving fresh local produce to our visitors and providing breath-taking views over Pitlochry Dam and the River Tummel. In addition, there are two exhibition areas, a shop stocking a range of interesting and relevant souvenirs and gifts and a multipurpose room which can be used as an education centre and meeting room.  

We are currently looking for a seasonal part time Catering Assistant with a genuine willingness to provide a world-class visitor experience to join our existing team, this role would include working weekends.  

You will

- Prepare and service good quality food and beverages to meet the centre's standards and policies. 

- Help with general kitchen and table duties including washing up, setting up, and clearing away equipment and tables.

- Help to maintain the centre ensuring all designated areas including grounds, retail, and toilets are maintained to a high standard, including cleaning of the kitchen area.

- Deliver exceptional customer care to external and internal customers, interacting with visitors, and being approachable and visible while on duty. 

- Work closely as a team to consistently achieve the mystery visit score and identify ways of improving service delivery.

You have

- Previous experience of providing customer service in a fast paced environment, ideally within the catering sector.  Barista training is preferred but not essential.

- Experience of cash handling and the ability to operate a PC based till would be preferred, however training will be provided. 

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 

- Adaptable and organised in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work alone and as part of a team. 

- Ability to stay up to date with Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Food regulations. 

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Acting to address challenge of climate change sits at the core of SSE's strategy. That's why we've linked our long-term business goals to the United Nations global goals for sustainable development. Our Sustainability teams provide advice, support and education to lead change, embed best practice, and keep us on track with our goals.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact francesca.palmer@sse.com / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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