Catering Assistant (Wards) – Tullamore

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Ward Catering Assistant – Healthcare Wards | Tullamore

We are recruiting Ward Catering Assistants to work on hospital and healthcare wards in Tullamore and the wider Midlands. The role involves delivering meals and supporting patients during mealtimes in a clinical environment.

The Role

You will work as part of a healthcare catering team, ensuring meals are delivered safely and accurately in line with dietary and infection control standards.

Main Duties

Deliver meals and beverages to patients on hospital wards
Set up, distribute and clear meal trays and service trolleys
Support meal service in line with dietary requirements
Follow infection control, hygiene and food safety procedures
Communicate with nursing, catering and ward staff
Maintain clean and organised ward service areas

Requirements

Experience in healthcare, catering, hospitality or service-based roles
Comfortable working directly with patients in a clinical setting
Knowledge of hygiene, infection control and food safety standards
Legal right to work in Ireland
Garda Vetting is mandatory for relevant roles.
International Police Clearance is required where a candidate has lived or worked outside Ireland for 6 months or more since the age of 16
Ability to provide five years of work history or references
Reliable and professional approach to work

Pay & Conditions

€17.53 per hour
Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Daytime and rostered shifts available
Monday to Sunday roster depending on service requirements
Structured healthcare working environment
Ongoing training and support provided
Opportunity for longer-term placements
For non-EEA Nationals, eligibility and requirements for an employment permit apply.