Support Services Site Assistant (Catering)

NHS; Brecon; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant at Brecon Hospital on a 30-hour week contract (evenings, weekends, and bank holidays). The role includes preparing beverages, snacks, salads, sandwiches, buffets, and hot meals for patients and staff, with full training provided.

Welsh speakers are welcome; if not, training will be provided. The post is fixed-term/secondment for 10 months with potential for local responsibilities and rota flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering industry.
• Level 2 Food Safety.
• Literacy and Numeracy Level 1 or equivalent.
• Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent, or willing to train to achieve it.
• Level 2 numeracy and literacy or equivalent, or willing to train.
• CIEH Level 2 or equivalent food safety qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages, snacks, salads, sandwiches, buffets, and hot meals for patients and staff.
• Carry out other duties to support the catering operation and the wider Hotel Services Team.
• Work as part of a rota that can include evenings and weekends.
• Welsh language training support is provided.

Skills

Experience in catering industry

Level 2 Food Safety

Education

Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent

Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent

Level 2 numeracy and literacy

CIEH Level 2 or equivalent food safety qualification

Job description

Band 2

Main area Facilities Grade Band 2 Contract 10 months (Fixed term due to Secondment Cover) Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays as they fall) Job ref 070-EA034-0926-A

Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Brecon War Memorial Hospital Town Brecon Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 20/10/2026 23:59

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

SPONSORSHIP/VISA

Currently, we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship, or if they hold a Skilled Worker Visa/Health & Care Visa, is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM / SECONDMENT FOR 10 MONTHS DUE TO SECONDMENT COVER

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

The Support Services Catering Assistant is responsible to the Hotel Services Supervisor to undertake a range of catering duties, which include the preparation of beverages, snacks, salads, sandwiches, buffets, and cooking of hot meals for both patients and staff within the Health Board. To carry out other relevant duties associated with the catering operation and, periodically, those as directed to support the wider Hotel Services Team, e.g., cleaning or porter tasks.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit to a Hotel Services Catering Assistant at Brecon Hospital 1 x 30-hour post, You will support the local delivery of hotel services catering and associated facilities activities, ensuring that they are delivered at the levels agreed and that they meet with full compliance with all appropriate legislation and local policies and procedures. You will need to be self-motivated, have a flexible approach to work, able to work as part of a team and have the ability to work on your own initiative. Previous experience is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be given. You will be working as part of a rota that can include evenings and weekends.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Health Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you, please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Experience

• Experience in catering industry
• Level 2 Food Safety

Qualifications

• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent
• Knowledge gained on corporate and local induction, completion of internal training programme within 6/8 weeks, to include: Appropriate Health and Safety Training. Fire Training. Moving and handling skills. Cleanliness Champion training. Knowledge of policies and procedures. Knowledge of the site. Elementary food hygiene. Successful completion of agreed minimum training within the first 12 months of employment
• To have gained a Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it
• To have gained a Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent or are willing to participate in further training to achieve it.
• To have gained or have previously held a CIEH Level 2 or equivalent food safety qualification.

Experience

• To have gained sufficient experience in the catering industry to be able to demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices in a kitchen environment and professional techniques that would meet the requirements within this role.

aptitude and abilities

• To be able to perform independently or as part of a team whilst demonstrating the values and behaviours expected of the organisation.
• To be able to follow instructions and organise own work to meet the team objectives, adapting work to meet any changing priorities which may need to meet tight timeframes.
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

values

• Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff.

other

• Ability to travel within geographical area
• Able to work hours flexibly

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [e-mail] . We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.