School Meals Catering Assistant – Term-Time Roles

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Colchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

DBS paid by employer

Career progression opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is seeking a Catering Assistant in Colchester to assist with meal preparation and service for children, while upholding health and safety standards and managing supplier deliveries. The role includes cleaning duties and representing the company with professionalism.

We value safeguarding, offer uniform provision, and provide term-time only work with a £12.71 per hour rate. DBS disclosure is paid by HCL, with opportunities for progression and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Committed team player with good punctuality.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.
• Driven to succeed and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children.
• Adhere 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

Food hygiene level 2 (preferred)

Health & safety knowledge

Allergen awareness (preferred)

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Growth mindset

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is seeking a Catering Assistant in Colchester to assist with meal preparation and service for children, while upholding health and safety standards and managing supplier deliveries. The role includes cleaning duties and representing the company with professionalism.

We value safeguarding, offer uniform provision, and provide term-time only work with a £12.71 per hour rate. DBS disclosure is paid by HCL, with opportunities for progression and employee discounts.