Catering Assistant

NHS; Treorchy; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Wales is seeking a Catering Assistant for a full-time role. The successful candidate will assist with food preparation, maintain equipment hygiene, and follow food handling regulations. Prior experience in a customer-focused environment and a Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene is essential. This position is fixed term for 6 months, contributing to quality patient care in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible working

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good standard of education required.
• Previous experience in a busy customer-focused environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support food preparation and maintain hygiene standards.
• Clean and store kitchen equipment safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures for food handling.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Education

Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene

Job description

Go back Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Catering Assistant

The closing date is 28 September 2025

2 fixed term posts available 37.5 hour per week

To support the Central Production Unit (CPU) in delivering and assist in preparation, processing, chilling or freezing of raw materials in accordance with the strict procedures, using sophisticated high-volume cooking and chilling/freezing equipment.

Will be responsible to the Kitchen Superintendent/Production Manager, but will be required to use own initiative within standard operating procedures, referring to the supervisor when necessary.

Detailed control of time and temperature in the transportation of food items.

To undertake various cleaning duties as detailed by the online Supervisor in line with all legislative requirements.

To carry out duties in the various sections of the CPU including preparation and cleaning duties.

Assist in delivery of all frozen and dry goods and participate in the receipt of stores, stock rotation assistance in issuing of stores, heavy equipment etc.

This post is fixed term for 6 months to meet the needs of the service

Main duties of the job

Clean and store equipment, provisions, crockery, cutlery and utensils in a safe and hygienic manner and periodic cleaning of areas in accordance with department schedules and specification, tasks to include wall washing etc.

Observe and maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, confidentiality, courtesy and consideration to all staff.

Ensure all equipment is maintained and cleaned in the appropriate manner, and to follow a cleaning schedule on a daily basis to include the cleaning of floors, walls etc. as requested by the on-line Supervisor/Production Manager.

Be trained to operate the use of dishwasher/pot-wash and equipment associated with wash-up areas, and the use of scrubbing machines and pressure cleaners.

The post holder will be expected to safely operate and conduct serviceability checks cleaning equipment which includes, but is not limited to:o Ovenso Dish washerso Scrubber machineso Vacuum cleanerso High Pressure hoses.

The post holder is required to clean and store equipment in a safe and hygienic manner which is compliant with all food handling legislation and relevant infection prevention and control measures and procedures.

The post holder will be required to accurately complete documentation recording temperatures, and cleaning schedule forms.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Knowledge

• Good standard of education
• Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene/or required to achieve at earliest opportunity

Experience

• Working within a busy customer focused and productive work environment.
• Working within a busy customer focused and productive work environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board