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Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a friend £500

VIVUP exclusive discounts

Wellbeing support (EAP & financial)

DBS disclosure paid by employer

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is hiring a Catering Assistant for Little Heath Primary School in Potters Bar. The role is term-time only with salary £12.71 per hour (£9,088 per annum). DBS disclosure is paid by HCL, and uniform is provided. You will help with school meals, maintain hygiene, and support cashless service standards.

The ideal candidate should uphold safeguarding, have a basic grasp of health and safety, and be a reliable team player ready to grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding commitment to 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 and reliability

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Safeguarding commitment

Food hygiene (level 2)

Health & safety basics

Allergen awareness

Team player

Punctuality

Customer service

Job description

Catering Assistant Little Heath Primary School

at Little Heath Primary School 16.25 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
• 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 (£9,088 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

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 -

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