Healthcare Catering Assistant Excel Recruitment is currently seeking dependable and experienced Healthcare Catering Assistants to support hospital and nursing home facilities throughout Cork.
This position is well suited to individuals with a strong interest in food service, patient wellbeing, and maintaining excellent hygiene standards within healthcare settings.
Key Responsibilities Support the preparation, presentation, and service of meals for patients and residents Follow all dietary, nutritional, and allergen requirements with precision Distribute meals to wards and resident areas promptly and courteously Ensure kitchen, dining, and service areas are kept clean and hygienic Clean dishes, utensils, and catering equipment as required Comply fully with HACCP, food safety, and infection prevention protocols Work closely with catering and healthcare teams to ensure smooth service Deliver a professional, friendly, and respectful service at all times Candidate Requirements Previous experience in healthcare catering, hospital kitchens, or nursing home environments Sound understanding of food hygiene and HACCP standards Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated setting Strong communication and teamwork skills Flexibility to work a range of shifts Legal right to work in Ireland Garda Vetting (mandatory and required prior to placement) Willingness to complete mandatory training, including food safety, infection control, manual handling, safeguarding, and healthcare-specific procedures Desirable Skills and Experience HACCP or Food Safety certification Manual Handling certification Experience supporting special dietary needs, such as diabetic or texture-modified diets What We Offer Competitive hourly pay ranging from €17 to €20 Flexible scheduling to match your availability Opportunities within respected healthcare facilities Continuous support from our dedicated recruitment team To apply, please submit your application below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment ************ CorkGalJunior