Are you passionate about food?

Hertfordshire Catering Limited (HCL) are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic General Catering Assistant to work in one of our lovely primary schools.

This role is term time only, working Monday to Friday, so it's ideal for a great work-life balance! You will be working with a great team at St Johns Transporting food to Brandles School

With transporting duties

At HCL, staff are our greatest asset. We are proactive in providing training and support to develop your culinary skills, all part of working within a highly motivated team.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Undertake basic cooking of food as required by the Cook Manager to the standards specified by HCL. Maintain standards of food handling, food hygiene and cleanliness in line with HCL's Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
• Assist with serving meals and cleaning duties as required by the Cook Manager within the kitchen or dining room, including general washing up and clearing away.
• Ensure that all food is prepared, cooked and served in strict accordance with the HCL published menu and with the Government's School Food Standards.
• Assist in the delivery of any special dietary, emergency and hospitality catering as required.
• Understand and work within HCL Policies and Procedures as set out in the HCL Food Safety Management System and the Health & Safety Policy.

• On a daily basis transport meals to a satellite Unit, ensuring that travel arrangements are in hand to enable full and timely support to the Cook Manager and kitchen you are working in.

• May be requested on occasions to cover for staff shortages in the Secondary and Commercial Sectors.

The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary.

Ideal candidate

• Previous catering experience desirable
• Team player
• It is essential to have a valid driving licence
• Food hygiene level 2 (preferred, but not essential as training will be given)
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• The ability to communicate fluently with customers in accurate spoken and written English is essential for the post

Why choose HCL?

- Excellent career progression opportunities (many of our Contract Managers started off as General Catering Assistants!)
- 24/7, 365 day access to our Employee Assistance Programme to help with life challenges such as mental health and stress issues, financial concerns and legal advice
- Lifestyle savings with Vivup. Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, and retail shopping. - Salary Finance - loans, savings and advances (access some of your money before your usual pay date!)
- A uniform is provided and we offer full training. All we ask if you bring a can-do attitude!

Please note that this post is subject to an Enhanced Children's DBS check (at no cost to you) and valid right to work in the UK.

At HCL, we are passionate about food. We care about our customers. We aim to deliver something special. We are stronger together. We are socially responsible.