Hospital Chef – Drogheda
Join a respected healthcare facility in Drogheda as a Hospital Chef, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of patients, staff, and visitors. This is a rewarding opportunity for chefs with experience in healthcare catering, HSE kitchen jobs, or high-volume catering environments.
Perfect for candidates searching temp chef jobs, catering officer jobs HSE, or kitchen jobs in hospitals, and willing to work just outside the city.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare and present meals in line with dietary guidelines, allergen awareness, and nutritional standards.
* Lead or assist kitchen operations ensuring quality, portion control, and efficiency.
* Follow HACCP protocols, food hygiene regulations, and infection control policies.
* Oversee food storage, stock rotation, and minimise waste.
* Work closely with clinical teams and dietitians to meet patient-specific requirements.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment.
Requirements:
* QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
* Previous experience in hospital catering, HSE chef roles, or high-volume kitchens.
* Up-to-date knowledge of cook-chill processes, HACCP, and food safety.
* Legal Right to Work in Ireland and Garda Vetting clearance.
* Ability to provide 5 years of references.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
* Flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends on a scheduled rota.
Salary & Benefits:
* €20.29/hour
* Daytime shifts only – rostered between Monday and Sunday
* Double Pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
* Full support from our office and out-of-hours teams
* Opportunity to directly contribute to patient wellbeing
* Upskilling and long-term placement opportunities in temporary healthcare jobs or hospital chef roles
About Us:
At 3Q Recruitment, We Operate a People-First Approach.
We are a full-suite niche specialist agency in temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment, focused on connecting the Healthcare Sector with experienced, reliable Catering/Hospitality professionals across Ireland. With our Head Office in Dublin and Candidate & Processing Hubs in Offaly and Galway, we work with Non-Profit, Communities, HSE, and Healthcare industries nationwide to provide high-quality staffing solutions, delivering trusted, experienced professionals efficiently and reliably.
Our team supports candidates and clients alike with tailored recruitment services that include interview preparation, upskilling, administrative guidance, on-site visits, and a 24/7 support line. What sets us apart? We always go the extra mile for candidates and clients. Our premium recruitment services are built on our 3 Q’s: Quality, Qualified, and Quantity. With 25 years of experience, 5 million temping hours, 200+ temps on panels, and 100s of careers created, We Don’t Just Fill Jobs; We Build Teams and Grow careers.
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If you’re ready for a fulfilling role as Hospital Chef, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
For more information about this position and other opportunities in catering and hospitality, please contact our Office Team at (01) 878 3335. Join us in making a positive impact in the healthcare community and contribute to the well-being of those we serve.
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