Catering Assistant – Mullingar

Mullingar
Posted 4 weeks ago
REF NO: 13053151
3Q Recruitment Jobs
Temp
€17.53

Catering Assistant – Mullingar | Healthcare Catering Job

We are recruiting a Catering Assistant for a busy healthcare facility in Mullingar, supporting kitchen, ward and canteen services across the site. This is a key position within the healthcare catering team, helping to deliver nutritious meals safely and ensuring food service areas are kept to the highest hygiene and compliance standards.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in hospital catering, healthcare food service, or high-volume kitchen environments, and who are looking to develop their skills within a clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing and serving meals and beverages in line with dietary and portion guidelines
Support ward meal delivery and provide respectful assistance to patients during mealtimes
Maintain high hygiene standards across kitchens, canteen areas, equipment and preparation spaces
Follow HACCP, food safety and infection control procedures at all times
Correctly store, label and rotate food to maintain freshness and minimise waste
Help run canteen operations to ensure a smooth, efficient and customer-focused service
Keep kitchen and canteen pantries organised, stocked and ready for daily service
Follow proper waste disposal and recycling practices
Work collaboratively with catering, canteen and ward teams to support safe and reliable food service

Requirements

6–12 months’ catering or kitchen experience (experience in healthcare catering or hospital kitchens an advantage)
Knowledge of HACCP 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 verifiable work references
Strong teamwork, reliability and communication skills
High commitment to hygiene and infection control requirements
Flexibility to work various daytime shifts across a weekly roster, including weekends and Bank Holidays

Salary & Benefits

€17.53 per hour
Double Pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Full-time daytime hours, typically 7:00am–6:30pm, working 5 days over 7
A meaningful role contributing directly to patient wellbeing and daily healthcare operations
Ongoing placement opportunities and professional development
Supportive team environment within a well-established healthcare facility
Competitive pay scale with scheduled reviews recognising growth and contribution

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.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready for a fulfilling role as a Catering Assistant in Mullingar. 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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Catering Assistant – Mullingar