Job overview
The Catering Department at Withybush General Hospital is currently looking to recruit a Catering Assistant, who would like to join a large team of individuals within the department, in providing an effective and efficient cleaning and catering service.
The successful candidate will play an integral role within the team, in ensuring the department is cleaned to the highest standard. Also, there is some servery work where the successful candidate will be face to face with visitors, staff and patients in our canteen, serving meals and dealing with cash and card payments.
Main duties of the job
The contract currently available is 1 x 15 hour post. This contract is to work 5 nights a week, 5pm to 8pm, Monday to Sunday. These hours may vary to reflect the needs of the service. Candidates will receive uniform and full training.
The candidate should be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues, staff and visitors alike.
You will need to work within the hospital's policies and procedures and uphold the values of Hywel Dda University Health Board at all times.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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 Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 14/08/2026
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working in hospitality or kitchen environment
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with the general public
- Experience in working in a large scale kitchen environment
Language Requirements
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (level 1)
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Literate and numerate
- Basic Health & Safety, COSHH, moving and handling (on the job training)
- Food safety level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
- Good level of general education
- NVQ 2
- Welcome host
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This advert is for Catering Assistant with Hywel Dda University Health Board in Haverfordwest, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £26,300 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
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