Cook

Are you passionate about preparing nutritious, high-quality meals and delivering a service that makes a real difference to people's wellbeing? We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Cook to join the Catering Department at Withybush General Hospital. Our Catering Team plays an important role in supporting patient care by providing nutritious meals and refreshments that contribute to patient recovery and wellbeing, while also serving staff and visitors across the hospital.

This is a rewarding role where your skills and commitment will directly contribute to the experience of those who rely on our services every day. We currently have one 30-hour Cook position available. At Withybush General Hospital in Haverfordwest, you will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation and production of meals within a busy hospital catering environment. Working as part of a supportive and hardworking team, you will help maintain the high standards of food quality, safety and customer service that are essential within an NHS setting.

The role includes working weekends and Bank Holidays on a rolling rota basis, with shifts operating between 6:30am and 7:00pm, working 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Sunday. As part of Hywel Dda University Health Board, you will join an organisation committed to delivering high-quality care and services to our local communities. Every member of staff has a valuable part to play in achieving this, and our catering teams are no exception.

As a Cook, you will prepare, cook and serve a variety of meals for staff and visitors, ensuring they are produced to the highest standards of quality, nutrition and presentation. You will work within a fast-paced commercial kitchen, supporting the delivery of an efficient and responsive catering service while adhering to strict food hygiene and health and safety standards. Excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking food in accordance with menus, recipes and dietary requirements.
• Supporting the delivery of nutritious meals that meet the needs of patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety at all times.
• Working collaboratively with catering colleagues to ensure a smooth and effective service.
• Assisting with stock control, food storage and the safe use of catering equipment.
• Supporting the preparation of meals for individuals with specific dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Contributing to a positive customer experience through a professional and flexible approach.
• Applicants must hold City & Guilds 706 Parts 1 and 2 (or equivalent) or NVQ Level 3 in Food Preparation, together with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; however, Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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