At HCL our staff are our greatest asset. If you have enthusiasm and want to work in our kitchens, we will work with you to get you where you need to be. We provide opportunities and support to all employees to learn, develop and progress, giving you that perfect work life balance. HCL values equality and diversity, providing opportunities for all staff to enjoy work success and reach their potential.
HCL is a great place to work! In our last Staff Survey 95% of our staff said they believe their job makes a difference to the children, students or customers that we feed and 79% said that they would recommend HCL as a good company to work for. We continuously work with staff to improve their experience of working at HCL, including through HIVE (our newly launched Diversity & Inclusion Group). So, as well as providing you with an enjoyable and rewarding job, we also offer:
Apply for our roles online, here at https://vacancies.hcl.co.uk. If you have difficulties applying please contact us at HCL.Recruitment@hertfordshire.gov.uk
HCL are committed to providing all staff with every opportunity to pursue their own personal development and future career within HCL. Our career path map shows how you can progress your career from General Catering Assistant to Senior Contract Manager.
Primary & Secondary Schools and Commercial Units - preparing food, serving customers and cleaning/washing up
Primary Schools - preparing, cooking and serving meals, supporting Cook Manager to run the kitchen
Secondary Schools and Commercial Units - preparing, cooking and serving meals, supporting Chef Manager
Large Primary Schools – preparing, cooking and serving meals, deputising for Cook Manager
Secondary Schools and Commercial Units - preparing, cooking and serving meals, deputising for Chef Manager
Primary Schools - preparing, cooking and serving meals, managing the team and running the service in your School
Primary Schools within an Area - preparing, cooking and serving meals, managing the team and running the service, where there are staff shortages
Chef Manager – Secondary Schools and Commercial Units - preparing, cooking and serving meals, managing the team and running the service in your School/Unit
Secondary Schools and Commercial Units - preparing, cooking and serving meals, managing the team and running the service, where there are staff shortages
Working within an Area of Schools/Units - troubleshooting problems, support the Contract Manager in managing the staff and service and run kitchens when required
Working within a small number of Schools/Units in an Area – managing staff and ensuring service delivery within a budget and client satisfaction
Working in an Area of Schools/Units – managing staff, ensuring service delivery within a budget and client satisfaction
Leading a Region of 3/4 Areas of Schools/Units – directing Area staff, setting standards for service delivery, increasing turnover and ensuring client satisfaction
“As an Organisation, HCL understands the importance for individuals to have opportunities for developing skills to meet their potential in roles delivering job satisfaction”.
Ian Hamilton, Chief Executive