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Main area
Catering Services
Grade
Band 4
Contract
Permanent: to meet the needs of the service
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Various Shifts (8.00am - 4.00pm, 6.30am - 2.30pm , 10.30am -6.30pm , 10.45am- 6.45pm))
Job ref
050-EA135-0726
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Town
Bangor
Salary
£28,819 - £31,626 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/07/2026 23:59

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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Catering Services Team Manager

Band 4

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.

 

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, passionate, compassionate, flexible Catering Services Team Manager to support the Catering Management Team  in the delivery of efficient and effective operational services across the Catering Service at Ysbyty Gwynedd. We are looking for an individual that can contribute into leading a hard working team of chefs/cooks ensuring that the best Catering service is provided to patient and staff. This vacancy will be an Operational Post, and the requirement to work on shift as part of the Food Production Team will be key. The post holder must have excellent knowledge of Food Safety, Health and Safety be an excellent team member  and have a passion for cooking.

This post holder is a key member of the Facilities team and will be required to provide support in the development of service improvements and assist with, or undertake specific tasks/projects as required. 

 

Main duties of the job

The job will involve working with the Catering Management Team to ensure the best possible Catering Service for Patients, Staff and Visitors. 

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

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

English

Essential criteria
  • Level 3 or equivalent in professional cookery
Desirable criteria
  • Level 4 Managing Food Safely

English

Essential criteria
  • Experience of working in a Catering Department
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of running a busy kitchen

English

Essential criteria
  • Flexible approach to work
Desirable criteria
  • Supervision or Management Experience

English

Essential criteria
  • Level 3 or equivalent in Food Production and good knowledge and skills
Desirable criteria
  • Level 4 in Managing Food Safely

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Working ForwardApprenticeships logoDisability confident leaderStonewall Top 100Stop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddTime to changeStonewall Top 100 EmployersCore principles

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are desirable

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Alun Owen
Job title
Catering Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000851198
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