Job Overview
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise is seeking an experienced and motivated Catering Officer II to lead the day-to-day management of its Catering Department. This permanent HSE role offers the opportunity to ensure high-quality meal provision while maintaining full compliance with nutrition, hydration, and food safety standards.
The Catering Officer II plays a key role in supporting patient care through effective catering services aligned with HIQA and HACCP requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the Catering Department.
- Ensure all meals are prepared and served according to schedule.
- Maintain compliance with nutritional and dietetic control guidelines.
- Ensure full adherence to HIQA standards regarding nutrition and hydration.
- Oversee HACCP implementation and food safety compliance.
- Supervise and support catering staff to deliver high service standards.
- Maintain quality assurance and regulatory compliance across catering services.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant catering or hospitality management qualification.
- Experience managing catering services, preferably within healthcare.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
- Understanding of HIQA standards relating to nutrition and hydration.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for Catering Officer – Grade II (4001), effective 1 August 2025 .
- Permanent Wholetime position.
- Public sector pension scheme.
- Annual leave in line with HSE policy.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Job security within the public health service.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise, Co. Laois, within the HSE Dublin and Midlands region, covering Longford, Westmeath, Offaly, Laois, Kildare, and parts of Dublin South and Wicklow.
The hospital provides acute healthcare services and plays a vital role in delivering patient-centred care across the Midlands region.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted via the official recruitment portal:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/93939/
Informal Enquiries:
Jennifer Carey
Catering Manager
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise
Tel: 057 869 6608
Email: [email protected]
Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks’ notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
To apply, visit the official HSE recruitment page before the deadline of 13 March 2026 at 12:00 PM.
