Term-Time School Catering Assistant — 10 hrs/wk, Growth & Perks

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 5,200 - 6,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend scheme

Career progression opportunities

VIVUP discounts

EAP & Financial Support

Enhanced DBS paid by employer

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is hiring a General Catering Assistant for St Andrew's CE Primary School & Nursery. This 10-hour-per-week, term-time role includes uniform provided and a salary of £12.71 per hour.

You will assist with food preparation and serving, maintain health and safety standards, receive deliveries, and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean. A safeguarding mindset and allergen knowledge are preferred, with DBS paid by HCL.

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).
• A 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

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Growth mindset

Safeguarding

Allergens knowledge

Health & safety basics

Education

Food hygiene level 2

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is hiring a General Catering Assistant for St Andrew's CE Primary School & Nursery. This 10-hour-per-week, term-time role includes uniform provided and a salary of £12.71 per hour.

You will assist with food preparation and serving, maintain health and safety standards, receive deliveries, and help keep the kitchen and dining area clean. A safeguarding mindset and allergen knowledge are preferred, with DBS paid by HCL.