Housekeeping/Kitchen Assistant - CareChoice Ballynoe
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Private
- Closes
- 31 Aug 2026
About the Role
We are currently recruiting Full Time/Part-Time Housekeeping/Kitchen Assistants, for our CareChoice Ballynoe Nursing home.
CareChoice is one of Ireland's leading residential homes for the older person. We provide dedicated care and a safe and welcoming home for all our Residents. Our ethos is to create a home from home for our clients, where they can live life to the full with support and respect, whilst enjoying building relationships with all our staff.
Details
Location: Cork
Contract type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Closing date: 31 Aug 2026
Your Job will involve:
- Daily cleaning of the general areas and residents' rooms within the nursing home.
- Proper use and storage of cleaning equipment and cleaning solutions.
- Collection and correct disposal of domestic waste.
- Cleaning of spillages as they occur and proper use of wet signs.
- Ensure safe work practices are observed and the environment is safe at all times.
- The post will be rotational and flexible according to the needs of the nursing home
- Keep the kitchen areas clean and well presented as directed by the Head Chef and Chefs.
- Keep the pot washing and dish washing up to speed at all times
- Perform some food handling and preparation
- Report all complaints and comments regarding the kitchen to the Head Chef
Requirements
- Previous practical experience in working in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
- Passion about elder care, providing residents with a safe, clean environment to live in.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A professional, caring and empathetic nature.
- Be comfortable working in a sometimes challenging environment.
- Good level of English language skills.
- Availability to work varied shift patterns, Monday to Sunday.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive induction training
- Free Garda Vetting
- A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers
- Training & Development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers advice and counselling services, for carers and their immediate families
- Free healthcare uniform - one tunic paid for per year by CareChoice
- Additional annual leave for years of service
- Annual Loyalty bonus - this is based on years of service
- Refer a friend bonus
Frequently asked
- What kind of experience is required for this role?
- Previous practical experience in working in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
- What are the main duties of this role?
- The main duties include daily cleaning of general areas and residents' rooms, proper use and storage of cleaning equipment, collection and disposal of domestic waste, cleaning of spillages, ensuring safe work practices, keeping kitchen areas clean, maintaining pot and dish washing, performing some food handling and preparation, and reporting kitchen complaints to the Head Chef.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The role requires availability to work varied shift patterns, Monday to Sunday.