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    Hospital Chef – Tullamore

  • Tullamore
  • REF NO: 1313464
  • 3Q Recruitment Jobs
  • Temp
  • 17.53

Hospital Chef Jobs – Tullamore | Healthcare Catering Chef Roles
  
Are you looking for Hospital Chef jobs in Tullamore or a daytime healthcare catering role in the Midlands?
  
3Q Recruitment is recruiting experienced Hospital Chefs to support healthcare catering services across Tullamore and the wider Midlands, preparing high-quality, nutritious meals that directly support patient care, recovery and wellbeing.
  
These roles are suited to chefs with experience in healthcare, hospital or large-scale catering kitchens who are seeking structured daytime hours, no late nights and stable, meaningful work within healthcare services.
  
Key Responsibilities
  

  • Prepare and cook meals in line with clinical dietary and nutritional guidelines
  • Work across hot food, cold kitchen, preparation, plating and service areas
  • Maintain consistent quality, presentation and portion control
  • Apply HACCP, cook-chill and food safety procedures at all times
  • Manage stock rotation, labelling, storage and waste control
  • Maintain allergen compliance and accurate dietary controls
  • Work collaboratively with dietitians, catering managers and healthcare teams
  • Maintain a clean, compliant and well-organised healthcare kitchen

  
Requirements
  

  • QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent qualification
  • Proven experience as a Hospital Chef or Healthcare Catering Chef
  • Strong working knowledge of HACCP and cook-chill systems
  • Legal right to work in Ireland and ability to complete Garda Vetting
  • Ability to provide 5 years of verifiable work references
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

  
Pay & Benefits
  

  • €20.50 per hour
  • Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
  • Full-time, daytime shifts only
  • No late nights or overnight work
  • Structured, well-run healthcare catering environments
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Long-term healthcare catering 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 Hospital Chef 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 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:

  • What a typical shift looks like

  • How hospital kitchens are organised

  • How chefs work alongside catering and clinical teams

  • 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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Hospital chef preparing nutritious meals in a healthcare catering kitchen in Tullamore, Midlands

Job Expiry: February 21, 2026