Job overview
Sponsorship: 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 is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.
Please note that if you currently have a Skilled Worker Visa, we will not be able to consider your application due to the current home office criteria.
The Hotel 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 Machynlleth
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.
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.
Applicant requirements
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to adopt a flexible approach to work hours to meet the needs of the service
Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate the essential values and commitment required to delivering a high-quality service for patients and staff.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in catering industry
- Level 2 food safety
- 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.
Qualifications
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- 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.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- 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.
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
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This advert is for Hotel Services Assistant - Catering with Powys Teaching Health Board in Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital. 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 Sep 2026.
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