Job Description

Salary

Hourly rate: 13.05 - 13.26 | Grade 2

Contractual hours

8

Basis

Fixed Term

Package

Fixed Term | End date 31st of March 2026 | Monday - Thursday

Job category/type

Adults and Communities

Date posted

09/12/2025

Job reference

REQ005957

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REQ005901 Catering Assistant - Civic Centre.docx

We are a registered Disability Confident Employer and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.It is vital that you demonstrate how you meet the 'essential' criteria listed in the attached Person Specification, in order to secure an interview: How to apply - guidance for applicants | Torfaen County Borough Council.



We are looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic, friendly, and motivated person to join the Catering Team. Your role will be to assist in all areas of the Civic Cafe to achieve the required standards, including food preparation, serving appetising meals and drinks to staff, officers and councillors, cleaning down the kitchen and its equipment, operating the till and having some knowledge of Food Safety Regulations.



As the successful candidate you will need good communication skills, be able to show initiative, be an excellent team player, and have high standards of hygiene. You will be required to have the ability and confidence to work and thrive in a busy environment.



You will need to:

Observe and comply with Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures. Undertake any training considered necessary for the post at any location considered suitable by the Catering Manager. Always ensure the safe and correct use of all kitchen equipment.


You will be required to keep full and accurate entries and records in all books/forms in accordance with administrative procedures laid down by the Catering Department.



For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Donna Harper on 01633 647714 or donna.harper@torfaen.gov.uk.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.