Hospitality & Catering Assistant - Casual
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £12.96 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Millport, Isle of Cumbrae, North Ayrshire, KA28 0EG |
| Company: | Field Studies Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1172129 |
Summary
Need some extra income but can’t commit to permanent hours? Work for us on a casual basis.
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Enjoy having the flexibility to work casually, shifts will be offered as and when they arise.
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You can choose to accept or decline shifts based on your availability.
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You’ll be paid £12.21 per hour worked.
Love where you work!
At the Field Studies Council we promise to get people outdoors, provide high quality learning and encourage positive wellbeing. We’re all about creating outdoor learning experiences and opportunities that inspire everyone to be curious, knowledgeable, passionate and caring about the environment.
Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provide day and residential courses for all ages, from young children to retired adults, from schools and communities throughout the UK, reaching many others through our publications and community-based programmes.
What you’ll be doing
As one of our Casual Hospitality & Catering Assistants your duties will be varied to include setting up the dining room for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, working in the kitchen assisting with food preparation and serving food to our visitors.
Our centre is always busy, so we need casual team members that are happy to help wherever required. As part of this role, you could also be asked to help our housekeeping operations, with tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
Please refer to the vacancy pack for further details on the full responsibilities of the role.
Where you’ll be based
Our Millport centre is a hub for learning and exploration on the island, welcoming everyone from school pupils to university researchers throughout the year. With modern labs, classrooms, and on‑site accommodation for visiting groups, it’s a place where curiosity and discovery shape the day. It has a real sense of purpose and a setting that’s anything but ordinary.
Your workday unfolds against the backdrop of the sea and the gentle rhythm of island life. Step outside on your break and you’re met with fresh air, open views, and the kind of natural calm that makes even the busiest days feel grounded. It’s a workplace that blends the energy of visiting learners with the quiet beauty of Cumbrae, creating an environment you won’t find anywhere else.
We ask that you have:
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A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key
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A natural pride in the work you produce
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A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player
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A professional manner in all that you do
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An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council
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A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges
Sound like the role for you? Come and be part of the team! We look forward to your application.
Applications will be considered on arrival
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Millport on a rolling basis
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre-employment checks, including appropriate PVG Scheme check with Disclosure Scotland.
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