Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Chorleywood; Presencial; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend bonus

VIVUP discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is seeking an Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties to support the Cook Manager in preparing and serving nutritious meals for students. You will contribute to a smooth lunch service while transporting meals between units as needed.

The role requires safeguarding commitment, experience in education catering, strong health and safety knowledge, allergen awareness, and proficiency with IT ordering and inventory systems.

Formación

• Committed to safeguarding children and young people.
• Experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment.
• Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements.
• Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations.
• Transporting meals/food to another unit when required.
• Assist with stock control and inventory management.
• Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards and health and safety regulations.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Communication

Safeguarding

Food safety

Allergen awareness

IT systems

Herramientas

Inventory software

Ordering systems

Descripción del empleo

At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.

The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do.

At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector.

As an

Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties, you'll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service.

Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Cook with Transporting Duties:

• Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations
• Transporting meals/food to another unit 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, always maintaining a positive image
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations

About the Ideal Assistant Cook:

• Committed to safeguarding children and young people
• Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment
• Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements
• Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records
• Able to support and work collaboratively as part of a team

Essential Vehicle Requirements:

Full valid driving licence

Business insurance

Valid MOT and road tax

Access to your own vehicle

Salary: £12.84 per hour (£11,298 per annum)

Mileage Reimbursement:

55p Per Mile

Schedule:

Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off

Uniform provided

Rewards:

Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply)

Succeed with us:

Career progression opportunities

Exclusive discounts:

via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities

Wellbeing matters:

Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream

Safeguarding:

Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL -

No Cost to You