University Hospital Waterford is recruiting a Catering Assistant (Supplementary Campaign) to support high-quality food service delivery across the hospital. This permanent wholetime role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants under campaign reference 25UHWS0212.
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Key Responsibilities
• Assist in the preparation, plating, and delivery of meals to patients and staff
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and infection control
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and in line with training
• Follow all HSE food safety policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Support stock rotation, waste management, and kitchen organisation
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary catering team
• Complete assigned tasks in accordance with daily service schedules
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Experience in catering, hospitality, or a similar support role (hospital experience desirable)
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer-focused service skills
• Reliability, attention to detail, and adherence to health & safety procedures
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in accordance with HSE General Support Pay Scale (Grade 4123 – Catering Assistant)
• Permanent wholetime position
• Standard HSE leave, pension, and employment benefits apply
• Opportunities for future vacancies through the supplementary panel created from this campaign
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at University Hospital Waterford, a major acute hospital serving the South East region.
The hiring organisation is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s national public health employer.
County: Waterford
Health Region: HSE Dublin and South East
Application Details
• Apply online: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/89687/
• Closing date: 18 December 2025 at 14:00
• Reference: 25UHWS0212
Additional Documents:
Please download and review the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and Application Form provided at the bottom of the official advertisement page.
Informal Enquiries:
Ms. Kathleen Higgins, Catering Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 051 842462 / 051 842463
