Hospital Chef – Dublin South East | Healthcare Catering Role
3Q Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Hospital Chef to support healthcare catering kitchens across Dublin South East, including areas such as Dalkey, Blackrock, Dún Laoghaire, Sandycove and surrounding South Dublin locations.
Healthcare facilities in this area are well served by public transport, including Luas and Dublin Bus routes, making the role accessible from across the city.
This position is ideal for chefs with experience in hospital, healthcare or large-scale catering kitchens who are seeking daytime hours, no late nights and stable work within a regulated healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in line with clinical dietary and nutritional guidelines
- Work across hot kitchen, cold kitchen, preparation, plating and service areas
- Maintain consistent quality, presentation and portion control
- Follow HACCP, cook-chill, food safety and hygiene procedures
- Manage stock rotation, labelling, storage and waste control
- Ensure allergen compliance at all times
- Work closely with dietitians and healthcare teams
- Maintain a clean, compliant healthcare kitchen
Requirements
- QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional chef qualification
- Experience as a Hospital Chef, Healthcare Chef or Catering Chef
- Strong working knowledge of HACCP and cook-chill systems
- Legal right to work in Ireland
- Ability to provide three years of verifiable work references
- Reliable and comfortable working in structured healthcare environments
- 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
Salary & Benefits
- €20.50 per hour
- Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
- Full-time daytime shifts only
- No late nights or overnight work
- Ongoing training and development
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 Hospital Chef in Dublin South East. 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 Chef
Curious about what it’s really like working as a Hospital Chef in a healthcare setting?
From early prep to service, hospital chefs play a vital role in patient care, working within structured kitchens, clear processes and supportive teams.
👉 Read our “Day in the Life of a Hospital Chef” guide to see:
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What a typical shift looks like
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How hospital kitchens are organised
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How chefs work alongside catering and clinical teams
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Why many chefs value the structure, stability and purpose of healthcare roles
This insight helps you decide if a healthcare catering role is the right fit for your skills and experience.
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Job Expiry: March 22, 2026
