School Catering Assistant Tithe Farm Primary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Houghton Regis; On-site; GBP 6,300 - 7,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend bonus £500

Career progression opportunities

VIVUP exclusive discounts

Wellbeing support

DBS paid by employer

Job summary

HCL is seeking a Catering Assistant for Tithe Farm Primary, a role that supports meal preparation, service to children, and maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area.

The ideal candidate will safeguard children, possess basic health and safety knowledge, and show strong team spirit with excellent customer service and punctuality. Salary is £12.71 per hour and schedule is term-time only.

Qualifications

• 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
• Delivers high-quality customer service
• Demonstrate good punctuality
• Driven to succeed and grow

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 children

Food hygiene level 2

Health and safety procedures

Allergen knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Growth mindset

Job description

School Catering Assistant Tithe Farm Primary

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.

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 (£6,991 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