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Job summary

Main area
Catering
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Fixed term: 6 months (due to service needs)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
110-EA163-0925
Employer
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Central Production Unit, Unit 22
Town
Treorchy
Salary
£24,833 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
28/09/2025 23:59

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Catering Assistant

Band 2

Thank you for your interest in joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board.

Located in the heart of South Wales, we’re central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together.

At CTM, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we’re creating a space where everyone can thrive.

Discover more about working with us here:

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Job overview

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:
•    Ovens
•    Dish washers
•    Scrubber machines
•    Vacuum cleaners
•    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.

Working for our organisation

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:

•              We listen, learn, and improve

•              We treat everyone with respect

•              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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

 

 

 

See job description for full breakdown of all duties

Person specification

Knowledge

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

Experience

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

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Age positiveDisability confident leaderStop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddAccredited Living Wage EmployerWelsh logo for Armed Force Bronze Award for Cym Taf UHBAccredited Living Wage EmployerCore principlesPrentisiaethau Apprenticeships

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are not necessary

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Alison Howells
Job title
CPU Manager / Rheolwr CPU
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01443 443443
Additional information

Ext 75606

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