Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise is recruiting a Chef Grade II to join its Catering Department on a permanent, whole-time basis. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality, safe, and nutritious meals to patients, staff, and visitors within a busy acute hospital environment.
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This opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and offers long-term career stability within the Irish public health service.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare, cook, and present meals in line with hospital menus and dietary requirements
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety at all times
• Support the efficient day-to-day operation of the hospital kitchen
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and Environmental Health regulations
• Work collaboratively with catering colleagues and supervisors
• Assist with stock control, food storage, and waste reduction
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and infection control guidelines
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Relevant professional cookery experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, regulated environment
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
• Willingness to complete a Preliminary Hygiene Course (training provided if not already completed)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work rostered hours as required
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with the HSE Chef Grade II (Grade Code 4529) consolidated pay scale, as approved by the Department of Health
• Permanent whole-time contract
• Access to the public service pension scheme
• Paid annual leave and public holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Job security within the public health service
Location & Employer Information
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise is a key acute hospital serving County Laois and the wider Midlands region. The hospital provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services and is part of the HSE Dublin and Midlands health region.
The Catering Department plays a vital role in patient care by ensuring safe, nutritious, and timely meal provision across the hospital.
Application Details
Apply online via the official HSE recruitment platform:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/92542/
Informal Enquiries:
Jennifer Carey, Catering Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 057 869 6608
Last Day to Apply: 20 February 2026, 12:00 PM
