Letterkenny University Hospital is seeking applications for the role of Catering Officer Grade I in Donegal. This permanent whole-time opportunity offers experienced catering and hospitality professionals the chance to contribute to high-quality food service operations within one of the leading acute hospitals in the HSE West and North West region.
Working within a busy healthcare environment, the Catering Officer Grade I will play a key role in supporting patient care services through the effective coordination and supervision of catering operations. This role is ideal for candidates with strong organisational skills, food service management experience, and a commitment to maintaining high hygiene and operational standards.
Reference: L8970
Job Overview
The Catering Officer Grade I position at Letterkenny University Hospital involves supporting the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality catering services across the hospital environment. The successful candidate will work closely with catering management teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards, nutritional requirements, and operational procedures within the healthcare setting.
This healthcare catering role in Donegal offers long-term career stability within the HSE and the opportunity to contribute directly to patient wellbeing and hospital support services.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of catering services within the hospital.
- Ensure food preparation and service standards meet HSE and food safety requirements.
- Support the management of catering staff and daily operational workflows.
- Monitor hygiene, cleaning schedules, and HACCP compliance procedures.
- Maintain stock control and assist with ordering and inventory management.
- Contribute to efficient meal service delivery for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Support quality improvement initiatives within the catering department.
- Ensure a safe and professional working environment at all times.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant experience in catering, hospitality, or food service supervision.
- Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP procedures.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to supervise teams within a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Experience working in hospital or institutional catering is desirable.
- Ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and operational efficiency.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach to service delivery.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
This is a permanent whole-time HSE position based at Letterkenny University Hospital. Salary and benefits will apply in accordance with HSE pay scales for Catering Officer Grade I roles. Employees may also benefit from public sector pension entitlements, annual leave, training opportunities, and long-term career progression within the Health Service Executive.
Competitive pay.
Location & Employer Information
This Catering Officer Grade I job is based at Letterkenny University Hospital in County Donegal, a major acute hospital serving the North West region. The hospital provides a broad range of healthcare services and plays an important role within HSE West and North West. Employees work within a collaborative healthcare environment focused on delivering high standards of patient support and operational excellence.
Employer: Letterkenny University Hospital
Application Details
Applications for this Catering Officer Grade I role should be submitted through the official HSE recruitment portal before the closing deadline.
Informal Enquiries:
Mark Duffy, Catering Manager, Letterkenny University Hospital
Telephone: 074 91 04419
Email: mark.duffy@hse.ie
Proposed interview dates will normally provide candidates with at least one week’s notice, although shorter notice periods may apply in exceptional circumstances.
