Overview
Join Our Experienced & Proud Team - Domestic Attendant Positions Now Available!
We are seeking organised, motivated, and reliable individuals who are passionate about making a difference and working as part of a fantastic team. If you're ready to contribute to the care and well-being of our residents, we want to hear from you!
Why Choose Us?
* Flexible Scheduling - Work shifts that accommodate both your availability and our needs!
* Competitive Pay & Benefits - Enjoy great rates, fortnightly pay, and a range of employee perks.
* Career Growth & Training - Induction program and ongoing development.
* Education Assistance Program - We invest in YOU!
* All Meals Provided on Duty - Enjoy delicious meals while you work.
* Free Uniform & Name Badge - Look and feel professional.
* Supportive, Friendly Work Environment - Be part of a caring team.
* Well-Being Initiatives - We care about our staff’s health & happiness.
* Employee Referral Bonus - Get rewarded for bringing great people onboard!
* Free On-Site Parking - Stress-free commuting.
What You’ll Do
As a Domestic Attendant, you will work across a range of functions within the nursing home, including laundry, catering, and cleaning. Your responsibilities will include:
Kitchen Assistant
* Ensure health, safety, food handling, and infection control standards are followed in the catering area.
* Support the Catering Supervisor/Cook with ordering, receiving, and maintaining food in accordance with safe practices and legislation.
* Assist in the preparation and cooking of quality meals and home baking.
* Help ensure menus are balanced and meet the individual needs of our residents.
* Gain knowledge of nutrition and diet standards suitable for older people, including the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) guidelines.
* Ensure food is stored safely and in compliance with standards.
Housekeeping Assistant
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursing home.
* Perform cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, polishing, and mopping various areas, including kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces.
* Manage waste disposal in a hygienic manner and adhere to infection control procedures.
* Report defects and any issues that could affect the standard of service.
Laundry Assistant
* Prepare residents' laundry, sorting soiled clothing and linen for processing.
* Coordinate with external laundry services when needed.
* Fold and store clothing and linen, ensuring high-quality standards are met.
* Adhere to health, safety, fire, and infection control standards in the laundry area.
Education & Qualifications
* Current and valid certificates in Infection Control, Chemical Awareness, Food Handling, HACCP, Manual Handling, Resident Moving & Handling, and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (training can be provided if needed).
Skills and Experience
* Previous experience in elderly care within a residential care home setting is preferred.
* Strong focus on health and safety procedures at all times.
* A genuine passion for delivering exceptional care to older people with patience, a sense of humour, and a positive attitude.
If this sounds like YOU, don’t wait—APPLY NOW! All applications are handled with the strictest confidence. Sonas is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Visit www.sonas.ie to learn more!
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