School Catering Assistant

HCL; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend bonus

Career progression

DBS paid by employer

Wellbeing support

Job summary

HCL is hiring a Catering Assistant at Little Paxton Primary School. The role focuses on preparing and serving meals for children, maintaining high hygiene standards and safe working practices. You will also assist with deliveries, kitchen cleaning, and uphold our safeguarding commitment.

This position is part-time, term-time only, with uniform provided and DBS paid by HCL. You will join a team that values progression, training, and ongoing development within our school-focused catering service.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding awareness and safeguarding of children.
• Teamwork and reliable attendance.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Punctual and professional in delivery of duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Receive, check and organise supplier deliveries.
• Carry out washing-up and keep kitchen and dining areas clean.
• Represent HCL and reflect company values in all actions.

Skills

Safeguarding

Team player

Punctual

Customer service

Education

Food hygiene level 2

Job description

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
• 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

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

Why join us?

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

Hours: 15 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights

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

If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Catering Assistant career with HCL starts here.