Catering Assistant

Hertfordshire Catering Limited; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Limited is hiring a Catering Assistant at Purfleet Primary School on a 16.25 hour per week schedule. You will assist with food preparation, cook and serve meals to children, maintain hygiene standards, and handle deliveries with care.

We value safeguarding children, punctuality, and a strong commitment to quality service. Training and support are provided to help you grow within the role.

Qualifications

• Food hygiene level 2 certification is preferred.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of key allergens is preferred.
• A committed team player with a customer-service mindset.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children
• Uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhere with 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 everything you do
• Committed to safeguarding children and young people

Skills

Food hygiene level 2

Health & Safety awareness

Allergen knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Growth mindset

Job description

Catering Assistant based at Purfleet Primary School 16.25 hours per week,

• 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
  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
  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.