The Health Service Executive (HSE) is recruiting a Catering Assistant for Wexford General Hospital. This permanent wholetime position supports high-quality food service delivery within a busy healthcare environment. Candidates with experience in catering, hospitality, or large-scale food operations are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist with the preparation, portioning, and serving of meals.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in all catering areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support the Catering Manager and team in daily service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HSE food safety, infection control, and health and safety guidelines.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients, staff, and visitors.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Recent experience (within the past five years) working in catering, hospitality, or healthcare environments serving large numbers.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Permanent wholetime contract.
• Salary aligned with HSE General Support Grade pay scales (Catering Assistant 4123).
• Access to HSE pension scheme, leave entitlements, and public sector benefits.
• Full-time rostered hours, including potential evenings, weekends, or public holidays.
Location & Employer Information
The role is based at Wexford General Hospital, Wexford, part of the HSE Dublin and South East region.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national public health service, providing healthcare across all regions and employing a wide multidisciplinary workforce.
Application Details
Apply online: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/88665/
Closing date: 26 November 2025 at 17:00
For recruitment queries: Rachel Clancy, Human Resources Department – rachel.clancy@hse.ie
Informal enquiries: Ann Marie Roche, Catering Manager – Annmarie.roche2@hse.ie
