Term-Time School Catering Assistant — Grow Your Career

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL); Tetford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend rewards (up to £500)

Job summary

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is recruiting a Catering Assistant to support Icknield High School. You will assist with food preparation, serve meals to children, and uphold safety standards while maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area.

The role offers term-time hours with 25 per week, plus rewards and staff discounts. Applicants should be committed to safeguarding, with optional Food Hygiene Level 2 certification and a basic grasp of health and safety.

Qualifications

• Committed to safeguarding children and young people.
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of key allergens (preferred).
• A committed team player.
• Delivers high-quality customer service.
• Demonstrates good punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations at all times.
• Receive, check, and organise supplier deliveries.
• Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining area.
• Represent Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) and reflect its values in everything you do.

Skills

Health & safety basics

Team player

Customer service

Punctuality

Driven to grow

Allergen knowledge (preferred)

Education

Food hygiene level 2 certification

Job description

Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) is recruiting a Catering Assistant to support Icknield High School. You will assist with food preparation, serve meals to children, and uphold safety standards while maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area.

The role offers term-time hours with 25 per week, plus rewards and staff discounts. Applicants should be committed to safeguarding, with optional Food Hygiene Level 2 certification and a basic grasp of health and safety.