Healthcare Catering Assistant – Tipperary Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting reliable and experienced Healthcare Catering Assistants to provide cover across hospitals and nursing homes in Tipperary.
This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about food service within healthcare environments and who understand the importance of hygiene, patient care, and attention to detail.
Role Responsibilities Assist with the preparation, plating, and service of meals for patients and residents Ensure all meals meet prescribed dietary, nutritional, and allergen guidelines Deliver meals to wards and resident areas in a timely and respectful manner Maintain cleanliness across kitchens, dining rooms, and service areas Wash dishes, utensils, and catering equipment as required Adhere strictly to HACCP, food safety, and infection control procedures Work collaboratively with catering teams and healthcare staff Provide a courteous, professional, and compassionate service at all times Candidate Profile Previous experience in healthcare catering, hospital kitchens, or nursing home settings desireable Strong knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP standards Dependable, punctual, and professional in approach Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts Legal entitlement to work in Ireland Garda Vetting required prior to placement Willingness to complete mandatory healthcare training, including food safety, infection control, manual handling, safeguarding, and healthcare-specific procedures Desirable Experience HACCP or Food Safety certification Manual Handling certification Experience catering for special dietary requirements, including diabetic or texture-modified diets What Excel Recruitment Offers Competitive hourly rates ranging from €17 to €20 Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability Opportunities within reputable healthcare facilities Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant