Assistant Cook

Assistant Cook based at Letchmore Infants School 22.5hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. At HCL, we''re more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As an Assistant Cook, you''ll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service. Let''s talk about the role of an Assistant Cook: Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required Assist with stock control and inventory management Represent the brand professionally, always maintaining a positive image Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations About the Ideal Assistant Cook: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required) Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate ..... full job details .....