Cymhorthydd Cegin Ysgolion Merthyr/ Kitchen Assistant Merthyr Schools

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Wales is seeking a General Kitchen Assistant for various schools throughout Merthyr Tydfil. This role involves meal preparation, serving food, and maintaining health and safety protocols in the kitchen. Applicants must have a valid Level II hygiene certificate. The role requires teamwork and good communication skills, with the aim to create a pleasant dining experience for students. An ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this position. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferred school and hours when applying.

Qualifications

• A valid Level II hygiene certificate is essential for this position.
• Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Simple preparation of meals including vegetables and snacks.
• Setting up servery counter and serving food with portion control.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Complying with Food Hygiene Regulations and Health and Safety practices.

Skills

Health and Safety Practices

Food Hygiene Regulations

Teamwork

Education

Level II Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job Ref: KA001-4424

Job Hours: Various

Location: Ysgolion Merthyr Tydfil/Various Schools within Merthyr Tydfil

Speciality:

MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
People & Performance Directorate, School Department
School Catering

GENERAL KITCHEN ASSISTANT
Various Schools throughout Merthyr Tydfil
(Please see attached list for Schools and Hours)
Term Time only

Grade 1 SCP 5 - £25,583 per annum pro rata FTE
Required as soon as possible

Duties and Responsibilities

• Simple preparation of meals including preparation of vegetables, snacks, drinks and cooking of prepared products and dishes.
• Setting up of servery counter/point and service of food, practising portion control as per guidelines, also ensuring good food presentation.
• Preparation and carrying of food and equipment to point of sales/service area and cleaning afterwards, also setting up and cleaning of dining areas.
• Washing up of crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils, ensuring good Health and Safety practices.
• Removal of waste products and rubbish from all eating areas as per guidelines.
• Maintain a clean working environment as set out in the Cleaning Schedule by ensuring regular cleaning of all work surfaces, equipment, storerooms and ancillary areas.
• Ensure Health and Safety Practices by:
  • Reporting of all equipment not working properly to onsite Manager (Cook)
  • Reporting of any Health & Safety issues
  • Comply with Food Hygiene Regulations (Level II Food Hygiene Certificate essential)
  • Ensure food is stored correctly and at correct temperatures, if applicable
  • The recording of all high risk food temperatures on delivery and prior to service, if applicable
• Promote and sell through encouragement and friendliness towards the customer and portraying a professional approach through correct dress and appearance.
• To work as part of a team under the guidance of the on-site Manager (Cook).
• Prepare and contribute towards the identification of your training and development needs, utilising all learning opportunities and applying the knowledge and skills acquired to your role within the Organisation.
• To comply with all Organisation administrative procedures as set out by MTCBC.
• To undertake such duties as may reasonably be required of you commensurate with your salary grade and within your capabilities.

A valid Level II hygiene certificate is essential for this position.

Please indicate on your application which school and hours you are applying for. Invitations to interview will be sent out by email.

For further information please contact Fairyal Pabani on 01685 725134 or email [e-mail].

Email: [e-mail]

All new applicants are required to complete a 10 hour online Work Welsh Course. You will need to complete parts 1 and 2 of the course and must be able to evidence this prior to starting work with the Authority. For further information on how to complete this course please visit: https://learnwelsh.cymru/.

Application forms can be completed online at www.merthyr.gov.uk. If you do not have access to the internet, application forms can be obtained by telephoning 01685 725199 and are to be returned no later than 13th January 2026 to HR Administration, Civic Centre, Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AN.

Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to protecting and safeguarding the most vulnerable people in our community. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments as part of our recruitment and selection process.