Job summary
An exciting operational management opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated individual to lead the Catering function at Prince Philip General Hospital and community sites within the locality.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and experienced operational manager to be responsible for the delivery and management of Catering Services.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for the operational management and delivery of high quality, cost effective Catering Services throughout the locality. This includes ensuring that all aspects of catering services are delivered in accordance with all Food Safety and Food Hygiene statutory requirements.
They will have lead responsibility for operational management and direct input into the strategic management of Catering Services.
About us
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:
o Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwesto Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshireo Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settingso 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 providerso Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
Hywel Dda University Health Board is a values driven organisation. The post holder is expected to uphold our values of dignity, respect, fairness, integrity, honesty, openness and caring, kindness & compassion that underpin a behaviour framework which are supported by our organisational values of -
- Putting people at the heart of everything we do.
- Working together to be the best we can be.
- Striving to deliver & develop excellent services.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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 28/07/2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Hywel Dda University Health Board is a values driven organisation. The post holder is expected to uphold our values of dignity, respect, fairness, integrity, honesty, openness and caring, kindness & compassion that underpin a behaviour framework which are supported by our organisational values of -
- Putting people at the heart of everything we do.
- Working together to be the best we can be.
- Striving to deliver & develop excellent services.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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 28/07/2025
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- City + Guilds 706/1+2 or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of a range of procedures and practices relating to management and provision of food services, safety regulations and staff management acquired through professional catering qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience
- Understanding of a range of catering practices and procedures requiring an advanced level of theoretical knowledge, in legislation and statutory obligations and The Food Hygiene Regulations 1995.
- Knowledge of computer programmes, including Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Train the Trainer/PGCE qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working at supervisory level in large scale catering.
- Has a proven track record in the management of diverse catering operations
- Evidence of operating at a level that demonstrates applicants ability to work on own initiative to achieve results and meet tight deadlines and budgets
- Demonstrate ability to manage and lead staff.
- Experience of managing budgets
- Experience of operational and strategic management
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role in the public sector
- Involvement in change management initiatives
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- City + Guilds 706/1+2 or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of a range of procedures and practices relating to management and provision of food services, safety regulations and staff management acquired through professional catering qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience
- Understanding of a range of catering practices and procedures requiring an advanced level of theoretical knowledge, in legislation and statutory obligations and The Food Hygiene Regulations 1995.
- Knowledge of computer programmes, including Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Train the Trainer/PGCE qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working at supervisory level in large scale catering.
- Has a proven track record in the management of diverse catering operations
- Evidence of operating at a level that demonstrates applicants ability to work on own initiative to achieve results and meet tight deadlines and budgets
- Demonstrate ability to manage and lead staff.
- Experience of managing budgets
- Experience of operational and strategic management
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role in the public sector
- Involvement in change management initiatives
Language Skills
Desirable
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.
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.
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).
