School Catering Assistant

Hertfordshire Catering Limited T/A HCL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational catering service is seeking a Catering Assistant to play a key role in preparing fresh meals and ensuring excellent service. Responsibilities include providing friendly customer service, adhering to health and safety standards, and assisting with food preparation. The ideal candidate should have basic food hygiene knowledge, and teamworking skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.21, working 10 hours a week during term time for a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Food hygiene level 2 certification is preferred, but training will be provided.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures required.
• Great teamworking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous and friendly customer service.
• Adhere to health and safety standards.
• Assist with food preparation and cooking tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food hygiene knowledge

Education

Food hygiene level 2 certification

Job description

About us

HCL is an established and successful educational specialist caterer, providing over 16 million meals each year across our schools and commercial sector. Our mission extends beyond simply providing meals; we are committed to crafting outstanding dining experiences that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be carried out by the company.

The Role

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play an important role in preparing fresh, tasty & nutritious meals and ensuring students and staff enjoy great food and service every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous and friendly customer service
• Adhere to health and safety standards
• Assist with food preparation and cooking tasks

About you

• Food hygiene level 2 certification is preferred, but training will be provided
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures
• Great teamworking skills in a fast-paced environment

Why Join HCL

• £12.21 per hour (£5,372 per annum)
• 10 hours per week
• Term time only (Great work - life balance)