Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

Catering Temps Ltd ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services at app.cateringtemps.co.uk.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register with us, we may collect:

  • Full name and contact details (email, phone number, address)
  • UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference) number for self-employed chefs
  • Professional documents (CV, food hygiene certificates, right to work documentation)
  • Employment history and qualifications
  • Business name and details (for business clients)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide our recruitment and staffing services
  • Match chefs with appropriate job opportunities
  • Process job applications and bookings
  • Verify your identity and right to work
  • Communicate with you about jobs and services
  • Send email notifications about job opportunities
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Business Clients: When you apply for a job, your CV and relevant qualifications may be shared with the hiring business
  • Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., email providers, hosting services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. If you close your account, we may retain certain information for legal, tax, or regulatory purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing of your data
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@cateringtemps.co.uk.

8. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to enable basic functionality such as user authentication and session management. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Catering Temps Ltd
Email: contact@cateringtemps.co.uk