Job Description

The post-holder will be required to provide a catering and food service within all patient areas, in accordance with the agreed Catering and Nutritional Policy, as well as the Food Safety Regulations and Food Hygiene Regulations.



The post holder will be responsible along with others on a rostered basis to assist with the delivery of patient services, at ward and department level. The post holder may provide hospitality service to clinics and other areas.



In this role, you'll be supporting the catering service, helping to make sure patients, staff and visitors receive safe, high-quality meals every day. You'll be involved in all aspects of kitchen work, including general cleaning of floors, walls, work surfaces and equipment, following the agreed cleaning schedules. You'll also operate the dishwasher and take responsibility for washing larger items in the pan-wash area.



You'll help with basic food preparation such as vegetables, salads, sandwiches and simple finger foods. Daily, weekly and periodic cleaning tasks are part of the routine, and it's important to follow all colour-coding systems to maintain hygiene standards. Before each meal service, you'll help make sure there is enough cutlery, crockery, utensils and condiments so everything runs smoothly.



Part of the job involves receiving deliveries of food stores and cleaning materials, checking everything is correct and storing items safely in line with our operational policies. You'll also take part in the patient meal service using the conveyor belt system, making sure portion sizes are correct and that meals are accurate. You'll need to be aware of special dietary needs and ensure these requests are always followed.



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



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 30/12/2025