Term Time Only +3 Cleaning Days

• Rate of Pay: £12.34 per hour (£12,215 per annum)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 25 Hours per Week
• Location: Stevenage

HCL is an established and successful educational specialist caterer, providing over 16 million meals each year across Primary, Secondary schools and the commercial sector. Our mission extends beyond simply providing meals; we are committed to crafting outstanding dining experiences that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and cooking of meals
• Help maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas
• Support the head cook in planning and portioning meals
• Serve food to students and staff in a friendly and efficient manner
• Assist with stock rotation and inventory management
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.
• Support the Kitchen additional duties as needed during busy times or events
• Ensure allergen information is correctly displayed, and food preparation follows dietary requirements
• Be proficient with IT systems.
• Proficient communication skills

Ideal candidate

• Previous experience in catering is required
• Positive attitude with the ability to be an effective team player
• Capable of leading and motivating a team
• Food hygiene level 2 certification (preferred)
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability

We offer

• Recommend a Friend (Get rewarded up to £500 every time you introduce people to us)
• Kitchen training provided
• Uniform supplied
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Finance options (loans, salary advances, and savings)
• Reward and recognition program
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, with potential career growth within the company
• VIVUP a discount scheme for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities.

Join HCL today and become part of a supportive and dynamic team where you truly will belong.

All posts are subject to a DBS check and the right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer (DBS cost covered by HCL)