A well-established healthcare facility in Westmeath is seeking a Catering Assistant to support Kitchen, Dining Area and Canteen services. This role plays a key part in delivering nutritious meals and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. Ideal for candidates with experience in healthcare catering, hospital kitchens, or high-volume food service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing and serving meals and beverages, following dietary guidelines.
- Maintain excellent hygiene standards across kitchen, canteen and food prep areas.
- Follow HACCP procedures and infection control protocols at all times.
- Store, label and rotate food correctly to ensure freshness and reduce waste.
- Support canteen service and provide patient assistance during mealtimes.
- Keep kitchen and canteen pantries stocked, clean and ready for daily service.
- Follow correct waste management and recycling procedures.
- Work closely with catering and kitchen teams to deliver efficient, safe food service.
Requirements
- 6–12 months’ experience in catering or high-volume kitchens (healthcare experience an advantage).
- Legal Right to Work in Ireland and Garda Vetting clearance.
- Ability to provide 5 years of work references.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- High commitment to hygiene, food safety and infection control.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
Salary & Benefits
- €17.53 per hour, with Double Pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
- Full-time hours, typically between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm.
- 5 days over 7 roster, including potential weekend shifts.
- Join a supportive team contributing directly to patient care.
- Ongoing placement opportunities and professional development.
- 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.
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If you’re ready for a fulfilling role as a Catering Assistant in Dublin 6, 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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Job Expiry: December 28, 2025
