About us:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.
At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.
The role:
To operate the catering facility at one of our main campuses, ensuring the production of great quality food, in high volumes and to a high standard. The role is responsible for ordering, menu planning, cooking, cleaning, and till operation.
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Full time (37 hours per week)
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52 weeks per annum
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Permanent
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£26,476 - £28,822 per annum
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Tycoch Campus, Swansea
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and cook the food to a high standard
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Deliver exceptional customer service
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Provide buffets/hospitality when ordered
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Complete all relevant food safety paperwork
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Review and contribute to menu creation.
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Ensure all allergen information is supplied and correct
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Monitoring food production, quality, quantities and portion control
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Provide a team briefing daily
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Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment to a Level 5 Food Safety rating, ensuring all cleaning schedules are completed to a high standard and report any issues promptly
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Ordering and receiving food and non-food items from our suppliers
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Cash handling
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Deputise in the absence of the Manager
About you:
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NVQ level 2 in Food Preparation, or equivalent qualification
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Previous experience of cooking or assisting in a catering kitchen environment
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Ability to work efficiently and under pressure.
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Excellent standards of food hygiene
Benefits for you:
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28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
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A Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2025)
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2 staff well-being days
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Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
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View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeing
Informal enquiries: [email protected]
Support with your application
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Further information
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This vacancy may close early due to high application numbers. Early applications are recommended.
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Interviews are likely to take place on 21st July 2026.
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:
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Enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List (£49.50)
