Catering Assistant Welwyn St Marys Primary School 16¼ hpw

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 our school in Welwyn St Marys Primary School.

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.

Your role as a General Catering Assistant will involve:

- Basic food preparation and cooking
- Cleaning duties within the kitchen/dining area
- Health & safety compliance
- Food service to students & staff
- Friendly and polite customer service
- Basic IT skills, 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.

Previous catering experience is desirable but not essential
- Team player
- Food hygiene level 2 (preferred, but not essential as training will be given)
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
- Exceptional timekeeping and reliability
- Strong communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English

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.