Catering Assistant Hazelmere

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

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

DBS paid by employer

Career progression opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is seeking a Catering Assistant in Colchester to assist with meal preparation and service for children, while upholding health and safety standards and managing supplier deliveries. The role includes cleaning duties and representing the company with professionalism.

We value safeguarding, offer uniform provision, and provide term-time only work with a £12.71 per hour rate. DBS disclosure is paid by HCL, with opportunities for progression and employee discounts.

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.
• Committed team player with good punctuality.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.
• Driven to succeed and grow.

Responsibilities

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

Safeguarding

Food hygiene level 2 (preferred)

Health & safety knowledge

Allergen awareness (preferred)

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Growth mindset

Job description

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 (£9,787 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)

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