Catering Assistant – Part‑time (5 hrs/week)

About the role

Join HCL as a Catering Assistant at Holy Family Primary School, working five hours per week during term time. You will help deliver safe, nutritious meals to children while upholding the highest standards of food hygiene and safeguarding.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serving meals to children.
• Maintain food handling and hygiene standards.
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Receive, check and organise supplier deliveries.
• Carry out washing‑up duties and keep the kitchen and dining area clean.
• Represent HCL and reflect its values in all interactions.

Required profile

• Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification (preferred).
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of key allergens (preferred).
• Team‑player with good punctuality and a drive to succeed.

Required skills

What we offer

• £12.71 per hour (£2,796 per annum).
• Term‑time only schedule – enjoy all school holidays.
• No weekends or late nights.
• Uniform provided.
• Referral bonus up to £500.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Discounts via VIVUP and wellbeing support (EAP, financial aid).
• Enhanced DBS disclosure paid by HCL.