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 TydfilContract: Temporary for 3 monthsStart date: ASAPPay rate: 12.21 - 12.73 with enhanced rates on the weekendsHours 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 requirementsPrepare patient trays with cutlery and condiments and distribute meals to patientsRegeneration of meals in line with food safety proceduresCheck and record food and fridge temperatures to ensure compliance with food safety standardsMaintain cleanliness and hygiene of all catering areas and equipment at all timesDispose of waste appropriately and record wastageReport any issues or concerns to the kitchen or nursing team promptlyRequirementsStandard DBS required (Manpower pays for the cost of this)Valid Level 2 Food Hygiene ..... full job details .....