Catering Assistant

HCL; Colchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

HCL Catering is seeking a Catering Assistant based at Dedham Community Primary School in Colchester. The role involves food preparation, serving meals to children and maintaining hygiene standards during term-time.

You will work 15 hours per week with no weekends or late nights; uniform is provided. The role supports safeguarding, health and safety, and delivering high-quality customer service within a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Food hygiene level 2 certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of key allergens preferred.
• Committed to safeguarding children and young people.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.
• Demonstrate good punctuality.
• Driven to succeed and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children
• Upholding Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhering with Health & Safety regulations
• Receiving, checking, and organising supplier deliveries
• Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean hygienic kitchen and dining area
• Representing HCL and reflecting our values in everything you do

Skills

Food hygiene level 2

Allergens knowledge

Health & safety

Safeguarding

Team player

Punctuality

Customer service

Growth mindset

Job description

Catering Assistant based at Dedham primary School 15hpw

At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY. The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do.

About us: 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 a Catering Assistant, your career starts here. We're passionate about developing our people, offering clear progression routes, ongoing training, and the support you need to thrive and advance within our team.

Let's talk about the role of a Catering Assistant:

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children


• Upholding Food Handling & Hygiene standards


• Adhering with Health & Safety regulations


• Receiving, checking, and organising supplier deliveries


• Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean hygienic kitchen and dining area


• Representing HCL and reflecting our values in everything you do

About the Ideal Catering Assistant:

• Committed to safeguarding children and young people


• Food hygiene level 2 certification (preferred)


• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures


• Knowledge of key allergens (preferred)


• A committed team player


• Delivers high-quality customer service


• Demonstrate good punctuality


• Driven to succeed and grow

Why join us?

Salary: £12.71 per hour (£8,389 per annum)

Hours: 15 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights

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

Excusive 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