Support Services Site Assistant (Catering)

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

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is hiring a Part-time Hotel Services Catering Assistant for Bronllys Hospital. The role covers 22.5 hours weekly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You will assist with beverages, snacks, salads, sandwiches, buffets and hot meals for patients and staff, under supervision of the Hotel Services team.

Experience in catering is preferred, with full training provided. Welsh language skills are welcome, and support is available to develop them.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering industry.
• Level 2 Food Safety.
• Literacy and Numeracy L1 or equivalent.
• Level 2 NVQ in catering or equivalent.
• Level 2 in numeracy and literacy or equivalent.
• CIEH Level 2 or equivalent food safety qualification.
• Some ability to speak Welsh, or willingness to learn Welsh.

Responsibilities

• Prepare beverages, snacks, salads, sandwiches, buffets and hot meals for patients and staff.
• Support the wider Hotel Services Team with cleaning or porter tasks as required.
• Work on a rota including evenings, every other weekend and bank holidays.

Job description

Band 2

Main area Facilities Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: This post is 22.5 hours and requires days, evenings, every other weekend and bank holidays as they fall. Hours Part time - 22.5 hours per week (Including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays as they fall) Job ref 070-EA027-0726-D

Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Bronllys Hospital Town Brecon Salary £26,300 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 16/11/2026 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

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 band 2 Catering Assistant at Bronllys Hospital for 22.5 hours per week. 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, every other weekend and bank holidays as they fall.

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.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome

Person specification

Experience

• Experience in catering industry
• Level 2 Food Safety
• Experience in the catering industry

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 to be 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.