Catering Assistant Dedham Primary School

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Colchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend bonus (up to £500)

Exclusive discounts via VIVUP

Wellbeing support (EAP)

DBS paid by employer

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is seeking a Catering Assistant at Dedham Primary School to support school meals during term time. You will assist with food preparation and serving, while upholding hygiene standards and safety across the kitchen and dining areas.

In this role you will also help with supplier deliveries, washing duties and maintaining a clean environment. HCL emphasizes safeguarding, progression, and ongoing training for staff across sites.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Dedicated team player with good punctuality.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
• Receive, check and organise supplier deliveries.
• Carry out washing-up duties and keep kitchen and dining area clean.
• Represent HCL and reflect our values in all activities.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Punctual

Safety minded

Education

Food hygiene level 2 certification

Health and safety basics

Allergen knowledge

Job description

Catering Assistant Dedham Primary School

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
• 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

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

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)
• 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
• Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities

If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and

Catering Assistant career with HCL starts here.