CATERING ASSISTANT - YSGOL DYFFRYN TAF

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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID:
2190
Organisation:
Carmarthenshire County Council
Number of vacancies:
1
Contract type:
Permanent Term Time Only
Location:
Whitland
Grade:
Grade A +4%
Salary:
£25,390
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata’d accordingly
Hourly Rate :
£13.16
Contract Hours
12.5 hours per week
Come and join our team
If you are passionate about cooking and have a good work ethic, we would love to hear from you because our self-motivated and dedicated team requires a Catering Assistant.
Working for us, you will have the opportunity to work in a busy and exciting environment. You will be responsible for assisting our Cook in preparing nutritious and appetising meals whilst ensuring compliance with all aspects of Food Hygiene and Health and Safety. Other duties will include the setting up and clearing away of tables and general cleaning duties.
This post is for 12.5 hours per week / 2.5 hours per day. Hourly rate is £13.16.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, term time only (38 weeks), ideal to fit around family commitments and other roles we offer. We offer an ‘annualised’ pay scheme so that our staff who work term time receive pay over 52 weeks. If you are hoping to start a career in catering or even looking to change your job, this role could help start you on that path.

We need a motivated and dedicated person who has: -

• The ability to build good relationships with adults and children based on mutual respect.
• Knowledge of basic food safety. This would be an advantage, but not essential as full training will be given.
• Good communication and people skills
• The ability to work on their own and as part of a team.

You will need:

• A positive attitude and the willingness to learn new skills.
• Flexibility and the willingness to assist with other catering duties.

For an informal discussion please contact Kellie Balman – KBalman@carmarthenshire.gov.uk - 07584 114650
Job Description:
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DBS level:
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh language level - verbal
Level 1 - You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..
Closing Date:
16/09/2025, 23:55

Please refer the Job description for details