Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated & committed individual to join the very busy Catering department at Prince Philip Hospital.
The Assistant Catering Manager will be responsible for all of the operational activities within the Catering Department. This includes the supervision of all staff within the Department and all activities throughout the food services.
The Post holder will need to be a competent cook, as they will need to cover staff shortages when the need arises.
The position available is 1 x 37.5 hour post per week Monday - Friday.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Main duties will include:
Organise, supervise and control all staff activities within the Catering Department including peripheral Hospitals.
Ensure that all staff report for duty at the appropriate times and ensure that all catering personnel adhere to the health board uniform policy.
Ensure that all staff adhere to the allocated meal / break times.
Undertake return to work sickness / absence counselling as and when required. Undertake staff performance counselling and first line disciplinary counselling.
Ensure that duty rota's are compiled to facilitate adequate staff cover for the Department at all times. Allocate and monitor the level of overtime worked.
Assist the Catering Manager in the recruitment and selection process of all new staff.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job 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 to apply.
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 14.11.25
Job description
Job 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 to apply.
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 14.11.25
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Education, training or experience to diploma level in food/catering field
- City & Guilds 706/1+2/ City & Guilds NVQ 2 or have relevant experience
- Level 3 Food Hygiene or willingness to undertake
- NVQ 3 in Supervisory Management or willingness to undertake with equivalent experience
- Understanding of a range of Catering practices and procedures
- Knowledge of Legislation and statutory obligations and The Food Hygiene Regulations 1995.
- Operational responsibilities & understanding of stock control.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Catering and Nutrition
- A knowledge of operational policies & procedures
- HACCP Level 2
- Allergen Level 2
- Understanding of COSHH procedures & legislation
Experience
Essential
- Experience working at supervisory level in large scale catering
- Evidence of operating at a level that demonstrates applicants' ability to work on own initiative to achieve results and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrable ability to supervise and lead staff.
- Be prepared to attend meetings and represent & deputise for the Catering Manager in their absence.
- Experience of undertaking operational responsibilities of stock control
Desirable
- Previous experience in recruitment & selection
- Previous experience in sickness and performance counselling management
- Experience in completing staff rotas using both paper & electronic form
- Experience of working within the NHS or public sector.
- Competent and confident to organise, train and develop staff according to the departments training needs analysis.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Education, training or experience to diploma level in food/catering field
- City & Guilds 706/1+2/ City & Guilds NVQ 2 or have relevant experience
- Level 3 Food Hygiene or willingness to undertake
- NVQ 3 in Supervisory Management or willingness to undertake with equivalent experience
- Understanding of a range of Catering practices and procedures
- Knowledge of Legislation and statutory obligations and The Food Hygiene Regulations 1995.
- Operational responsibilities & understanding of stock control.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Catering and Nutrition
- A knowledge of operational policies & procedures
- HACCP Level 2
- Allergen Level 2
- Understanding of COSHH procedures & legislation
Experience
Essential
- Experience working at supervisory level in large scale catering
- Evidence of operating at a level that demonstrates applicants' ability to work on own initiative to achieve results and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrable ability to supervise and lead staff.
- Be prepared to attend meetings and represent & deputise for the Catering Manager in their absence.
- Experience of undertaking operational responsibilities of stock control
Desirable
- Previous experience in recruitment & selection
- Previous experience in sickness and performance counselling management
- Experience in completing staff rotas using both paper & electronic form
- Experience of working within the NHS or public sector.
- Competent and confident to organise, train and develop staff according to the departments training needs analysis.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
