Assistant Cook & Driver (Term-Time) — Nutritious School Meals

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Chorleywood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Mileage reimbursement

Refer a friend discount

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is recruiting an Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties to support the Cook Manager at Christ Church Primary School. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals and ensure safe, on-time delivery across units.

The role is term-time only, requires a full driving licence, DBS commitment, and strong team and health-and-safety awareness. HCL offers uniform provision, mileage reimbursements, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding of children and young people is essential.
• Experience in education catering or similar environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety in school settings.
• Ability to cater for a wide range of allergen requirements.
• Proficient with IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring and allergen records.
• Team-oriented and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals meeting client and student expectations.
• Transport meals to other units when required.
• Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.
• Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required.
• Assist with stock control and inventory management.
• Represent the brand professionally and maintain a positive image.
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Tools

IT systems for ordering/inventory/allergen records

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is recruiting an Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties to support the Cook Manager at Christ Church Primary School. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals and ensure safe, on-time delivery across units.

The role is term-time only, requires a full driving licence, DBS commitment, and strong team and health-and-safety awareness. HCL offers uniform provision, mileage reimbursements, and staff discounts.