GDPR-Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – ASL Catering Agency Ltd

Last updated: [01/01/2026]

1. Introduction

ASL Catering Agency Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you use our website www.aslcateringagency.co.uk, contact us, or engage with us as a client, candidate, or supplier.

2. Who We Are (Data Controller)

Company name: ASL Catering Agency Ltd
Registered in England & Wales: Company No. 10392332

Registered Office:
Hillcrest House, 143 London Road,
Stockton Heath, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6LG

Website: www.aslcateringagency.co.uk
Email: info@aslcateringagency.co.uk

ASL Catering Agency Ltd acts as the Data Controller for the purposes of UK GDPR.

3. Personal Data We Collect

Depending on your relationship with us, we may collect the following personal data:

a) Clients (Care Homes / Hospitality Businesses)

  • Name
  • Business name and address
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Billing and invoicing details
  • Communications and service records

b) Candidates / Workers

  • Name, address, date of birth
  • Contact details
  • CVs and work history
  • Qualifications and training records
  • Right to work documentation
  • DBS information (where applicable)
  • References
  • Availability and assignment history
  • Payroll-related information (where applicable)

c) Website Users

  • IP address
  • Browser and device information
  • Pages visited
  • Cookie and analytics data
  • Enquiries submitted via forms or email

4. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect data when you:

  • Contact us via our website, email, or telephone
  • Submit a CV or job application
  • Register or work with us as a candidate
  • Engage our services as a client
  • Visit and browse our website
  • Communicate with us for operational or contractual reasons

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Contract – to provide recruitment and staffing services
  • Legal obligation – including employment law, safeguarding, and tax requirements
  • Legitimate interests – to operate and manage our business
  • Consent – where required (e.g. optional marketing communications)

6. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

  • Provide catering and staffing services
  • Match candidates with suitable roles
  • Verify qualifications, identity, and right to work
  • Carry out DBS and reference checks where required
  • Communicate with clients and candidates
  • Process payments and payroll (where applicable)
  • Maintain business records
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

7. Sharing Personal Data

We may share personal data only where necessary, including with:

  • Care homes and hospitality clients (for placement purposes)
  • Payroll providers
  • DBS checking services
  • HMRC and regulatory bodies
  • IT and hosting providers
  • Professional advisers (e.g. accountants)

All third parties are required to handle data securely and lawfully.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Candidate records: retained in line with recruitment and safeguarding obligations
  • Client records: retained for contractual and accounting purposes
  • Financial records: retained as required by law
  • Website enquiry data: retained only as long as necessary to respond

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Secure systems and password protection
  • Limited access to sensitive data
  • Use of trusted third-party providers
  • Regular review of data handling practices

10. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to ensure functionality and improve performance.

These may include:

  • Essential cookies (required for site operation)
  • Analytics cookies (e.g. to understand visitor behaviour)

Cookie preferences are managed via our cookie banner.
For further details, please refer to our Cookie Policy or Privacy Policy.

11. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request erasure of data (where applicable)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact: info@aslcateringagency.co.uk

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Email: info@aslcateringagency.co.uk
Post: ASL Catering Agency Ltd, Hillcrest House, 143 London Road, Stockton Heath, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6LG. UK.

Please also see our Terms & Conditions for information on the use of our website and services.