Catering Assistant – Navan

Navan
Posted 1 week ago
REF NO: 1300009
3Q Recruitment Jobs
Temp
€17.53

Catering Assistant Jobs Navan | Healthcare Catering Role

Looking for Catering Assistant jobs in Navan or Kitchen Assistant work in healthcare?

We are recruiting Catering Assistants to join a busy healthcare facility in Navan, supporting the safe preparation, delivery and service of nutritious meals for patients and staff.

This is a frontline healthcare catering role where your work directly supports patient wellbeing, service quality and daily hospital operations. Ideal for candidates with experience in catering, kitchen assistant roles or healthcare food service.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve meals and beverages in line with dietary and nutritional guidelines
Deliver meals to wards and assist patients respectfully during mealtimes
Support kitchen operations, including food preparation and plating assistance
Maintain high standards of hygiene across kitchens, equipment, trolleys and utensils
Follow HACCP, food safety and infection control procedures at all times
Stock, label and rotate ward pantry supplies correctly
Work closely with catering teams, kitchen staff and ward teams to ensure smooth service

Requirements:

6–12 months’ experience in catering assistant or kitchen assistant roles
Experience in healthcare catering, hospital kitchens or high-volume food service is an advantage
Strong understanding of HACCP food safety standards
Legal right to work in Ireland and ability to complete Garda Vetting
Ability to provide 5 years of verifiable work references
Reliable, flexible and a strong team player with good communication skills
Full Driver’s License (Desirable)

Salary & Benefits

€17.53 per hour
Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Full-time daytime hours, typically 7:00am–6:30pm, supporting work–life balance
Supportive healthcare environment with structured onboarding
Ongoing placements and career development opportunities
Professional support from office team and out-of-hours on-call service
Competitive pay scale with scheduled reviews recognising contribution and growth

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 Navan. 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.

A Day in the Life of a Hospital Catering Assistant

Curious about what it’s really like working as a Catering Assistant in a healthcare setting?

From early preparation to ward meal delivery, catering assistants play a vital role in patient care, working within structured kitchens, clear routines and supportive healthcare teams.

👉 Read our “Day in the Life of a Hospital Catering Assistant” guide to learn:

What a typical shift looks like in a hospital setting
How healthcare kitchens and ward services are organised
How catering assistants work alongside chefs, ward staff and clinical teams
Why many people value the structure, stability and purpose of healthcare catering roles

This insight helps you decide whether a healthcare catering assistant job is the right fit for your experience, routine preferences and career goals.

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Catering Assistant – Navan