Catering Assistant

HCL; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

DBS disclosure paid by employer

Refer a Friend bonus up to £500

Job summary

HCL is recruiting a part-time Catering Assistant for Holywell Primary School. You will help prepare and serve meals to children, maintain high hygiene standards, and support safe kitchen operations. Term-time hours are 15 per week, with no weekends or late nights.

Salary is £12.71 per hour. Uniform is provided. DBS disclosure is paid by HCL, and there are opportunities for progression and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding children commitment is essential.
• Food hygiene level 2 certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures required.
• Knowledge of key allergens preferred.
• Committed team player delivering high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children
• Uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations
• Receive, check, and organise supplier deliveries
• Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean hygienic kitchen and dining area
• Represent HCL and reflect our values in all you do

Skills

Food hygiene level 2

Team player

Punctuality

Customer service

Health & safety awareness

Allergen awareness

Job description

Catering Assistant based at Holywell Primary School 15 hpw

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