Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Catering Assistant

The closing date is 07 October 2025

Job summary

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.

Assist the Porter/Driver in loading and unloading freezer van with racks of food items for distribution.

English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

Main duties of the job

o Attend training sessions as and when necessary, and as requested by the General Manager.

o 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.

o Document and complete temperature forms as required by legislation and to ensure that all documentation duties and procedures are maintained for efficiency and accuracy i.e. temperature of food and equipment.

o Observe and maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, confidentiality, courtesy and consideration to all staff.

About us

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:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o 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.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-EA141-1025

Job locations

Central Production Unit, Unit 22

Treorchy industrial Estate

Treorchy

CF42 6EQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Assist the Porter/Driver in loading and unloading freezer van with racks of food items for distribution.

To complete daily and weekly cleaning of all areas in accordance with COSSH departmental schedules and specifications, using appropriate equipment, chemicals and work methods, tasks to include cleaning of ovens, stoves, wall washing, floor maintenance, high cleaning, freezers & refrigerators etc via scrubbing machines and pressure cleaners.

Ensure all equipment is cleaned and maintained in the appropriate manner.

The post holder will report all defects of equipment, or any maintenance problems immediately to the Kitchen Superintendents.

Be required to work in two separate Units, one of which is the production unit and the other being the working freezer unit, therefore will need to walk from one to another.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Assist the Porter/Driver in loading and unloading freezer van with racks of food items for distribution.

To complete daily and weekly cleaning of all areas in accordance with COSSH departmental schedules and specifications, using appropriate equipment, chemicals and work methods, tasks to include cleaning of ovens, stoves, wall washing, floor maintenance, high cleaning, freezers & refrigerators etc via scrubbing machines and pressure cleaners.

Ensure all equipment is cleaned and maintained in the appropriate manner.

The post holder will report all defects of equipment, or any maintenance problems immediately to the Kitchen Superintendents.

Be required to work in two separate Units, one of which is the production unit and the other being the working freezer unit, therefore will need to walk from one to another.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene/or required to achieve at earliest opportunity.

Experience and Skills

Essential

  • Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Working within a busy customer focused and productive work environment.
  • Working within a busy customer focused and productive work environment.
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene/or required to achieve at earliest opportunity.

Experience and Skills

Essential

  • Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Desirable

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

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Central Production Unit, Unit 22

Treorchy industrial Estate

Treorchy

CF42 6EQ


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Central Production Unit, Unit 22

Treorchy industrial Estate

Treorchy

CF42 6EQ


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

General Manager/Rheolwr Cyffredinol

Alison Howells

alison.howells2@wales.nhs.uk

01443443443

Details

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-EA141-1025

Job locations

Central Production Unit, Unit 22

Treorchy industrial Estate

Treorchy

CF42 6EQ


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