Part-Time Catering Assistant / Chef

Do you enjoy working with food and want to make a positive difference to people’s lives?

Esker Lodge Nursing Home is looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Part-Time Catering Assistant / Chef to join our catering team.

Our catering team plays an important role in residents’ daily lives, helping to provide nutritious, enjoyable meals in a welcoming and caring environment. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team and is keen to learn new skills.

No formal chef qualifications are required, and previous professional kitchen experience is not essential. Full training and induction will be provided on-site, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in catering or develop their existing skills.

About the Role

Working alongside the Head Chef and catering team, you will help with the preparation and serving of meals, support the smooth running of the kitchen and maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene.

You will also help ensure residents receive meals that meet their individual dietary requirements, preferences and nutritional needs, contributing to their comfort, wellbeing and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, cooking and serving meals.

Support the catering team in providing nutritious, appetising meals for residents.

Follow residents’ individual dietary requirements and instructions, including any specific food texture or consistency requirements.

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safe food handling.

Assist with washing up, cleaning kitchen equipment and keeping work areas tidy.

Help with stock rotation, food storage and kitchen deliveries.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

Treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect when supporting meal service.

About You

We are looking for someone who

• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Is reliable, organised and happy to get involved in a variety of kitchen duties.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Understands the importance of providing a caring, respectful service to older people.
• Is willing to follow training and procedures relating to food safety, hygiene and residents’ dietary needs.
• Previous catering or kitchen experience would be an advantage, but enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn are more important than formal qualifications.
• What We Offer
• Part-time working hours, to be agreed.
• Full on-site training and induction.
• The opportunity to learn and develop practical catering skills.
• A supportive team environment.
• * The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to residents’ daily lives.
• Join Our Team
• If you are enthusiastic, caring and interested in developing your skills in a catering environment, we would love to hear from you.
• Apply today to join the team at Esker Lodge Nursing Home.
• Pay: From €14.15 per hour
• Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week
• Work Location: In person