Permanent Wholetime Position | €35,195 – €42,723 | Join Ireland’s Largest Healthcare Provider
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national health service provider, delivering comprehensive healthcare services across the country. We are seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team at Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown in Dublin North. This is a permanent wholetime position offering excellent career stability within Ireland’s healthcare system.
About the Role
As a Catering Assistant at Connolly Hospital, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients and staff receive nutritious, well-prepared meals in a timely manner. You will work within our modern hospital catering facilities, contributing to the overall patient care experience through food service excellence. This position offers the flexibility to work in both the main catering department and ward catering areas based on service requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals and beverages to patients and staff according to hospital schedules and dietary requirements
- Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with HACCP guidelines and statutory regulations
- Ensure thorough cleaning and sanitization of all catering equipment, work surfaces, and service areas
- Assist with food preparation tasks including portioning, garnishing, and temperature monitoring
- Support meal distribution services to various hospital wards and departments
- Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, cleaning schedules, and stock rotation
- Collaborate effectively with catering team members, nursing staff, and other hospital departments
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Leaving Certificate or equivalent educational qualification
- Previous catering or food service experience preferred but full training provided
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow food safety protocols
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
- Excellent communication skills and professional attitude with patients and colleagues
Preferred Qualifications
- HACCP or food safety certification (training can be provided)
- Experience in healthcare or institutional catering environment
- Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
- Basic computer skills for record-keeping and inventory management
What We Offer
- Competitive salary range: €35,195 – €42,723 per annum (Grade 4123)
- Comprehensive benefits package including public service pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays with additional service-related leave
- Career development opportunities within Ireland’s largest healthcare organization
- Professional training and development including food safety and customer service courses
- Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
- Flexible working arrangements with opportunities for shift patterns to suit work-life balance
- Modern working environment in a state-of-the-art hospital facility
Ready to Apply?
Join the HSE team at Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown and make a meaningful difference in patient care through excellent food service. This permanent position offers job security, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to Ireland’s healthcare system.
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025, 12:00 PM
For informal enquiries, contact Percy Kuriakose, Catering Manager at [email protected]
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Reference Number: CH14925 | Location: Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown, Dublin North | Contract: Permanent Wholetime | Recruiter: HSE Dublin and North East
