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    Catering Assistant (Wards) – Tullamore

  • Tullamore
  • REF NO: 1313483
  • 3Q Recruitment Jobs
  • Temp
  • 17.53

Catering Assistant Jobs – Wards Tullamore | Patient-Facing Healthcare Roles
  
Looking for Ward Catering Assistant jobs in Tullamore or patient-facing healthcare work across the Midlands?
  
3Q Recruitment is recruiting Ward Catering Assistants to support meal and beverage services on hospital and healthcare wards across Tullamore and the wider Midlands.
  
These roles are ward-based and patient-facing, suited to candidates who are comfortable working in clinical environments and who understand the importance of dignity, hygiene and accuracy when delivering food services in healthcare settings.
  
Key Responsibilities
  

  • Deliver meals and beverages to patients on hospital and healthcare wards
  • Set up, distribute and clear meal trays and service trolleys
  • Support accurate meal service in line with dietary requirements
  • Follow infection control, hygiene and food safety procedures at all times
  • Communicate effectively with nursing, catering and ward teams
  • Maintain clean and organised ward service areas

  
Requirements
  

  • Experience in healthcare, catering, hospitality or service-based roles
  • Comfortable working directly with patients in clinical environments
  • Strong awareness of hygiene, infection control and food safety standards
  • Legal right to work in Ireland and ability to complete Garda Vetting
  • Ability to provide 5 years of work history or references
  • Reliable, respectful and professional approach to work

  
Pay & Benefits
  

  • €17.53 per hour
  • Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
  • Daytime and rostered shifts available
  • Monday–Sunday roster depending on service requirements
  • Structured, well-supported healthcare environments
  • Ongoing training and role support
  • Opportunities for longer-term placements

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 Tullamore 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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Ward catering assistant delivering meals to patients in a healthcare facility in Tullamore, Midlands

Job Expiry: February 21, 2026