Manpower is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for Patient Catering Assistants. This is a patient facing role within a busy hospital ward environment where you will support the delivery of meals and refreshments to patients while maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have previous health care experience and or catering experience and be confident working in a patient facing ward environment supporting patient care and food service delivery. Location: Merthyr Tydfil Contract: Temporary for 3 months Start date: ASAP Pay rate: £12.21 - £12.73 with enhanced rates on the weekends Hours of work: You will be required to work shifts as per the fortnightly rota. Shifts are 7.30 am - 6.30 pm. Week 1 you will work 3 shifts, any day, Monday to Sunday. Week 2 you will work 4 shifts, any day, Monday to Sunday. Main Duties: Collect and collate patient menu choices including any special dietary requirements Prepare patient trays with cutlery and condiments and distribute meals to patients Regeneration of meals in line with food safety procedures Check and record food and fridge temperatures to ensure compliance with food safety standards Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of all catering areas and equipment at all times Dispose of waste appropriately and record wastage Report any issues or concerns to the kitchen or nursing team promptly Requirements Standard DBS required (Manpower pays for the cost of this) Valid Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate essential (Manpower can support with this) Comfortable working in a patient facing hospital environment Previous catering experience in a healthcare or retail setting Satisfactory references Benefits Weekly pay (PAYE) 28 days annual leave increasing to 35 days Auto-enrolment into NEST pension with the option to opt out Uniform Manpower UK Award & Recognition Scheme How to apply Apply now with an up to date CV for consideration.