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Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); St. Neots; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Career progression

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is recruiting a Catering Assistant for Little Paxton Primary School. The role is Term Time Only with a salary of £12.71 per hour (approx. £8,389 per annum). You will support food preparation, serve meals to children and help maintain a tidy, hygienic dining area.

We offer ongoing training, clear progression, and a strong commitment to safeguarding children. Uniform provided and the chance to grow within a team that serves over 16 million meals a year.

Qualifications

• Food hygiene level 2 certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of key allergens preferred.
• Committed to safeguarding children and young people.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.

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

Food hygiene

Health & safety

Allergens knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Job description

Catering Assistant Little Paxton Primary School

Catering Assistant based at Little Paxton 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)

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