Hospital Chef – Dublin 9

Hospital Chef – Healthcare Catering | Dublin 9

3Q Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Hospital Chef for a healthcare catering kitchen in Dublin 9. This role involves preparing nutritious, well-presented meals that support patient care and daily hospital operations.

This position is suited to chefs with experience in hospital, healthcare or large-scale catering kitchens who are seeking daytime hours and a structured working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present meals in line with clinical and dietary guidelines

• Support the day-to-day running of a healthcare catering kitchen

• Maintain food quality, portion control and presentation standards

• Follow HACCP, cook-chill, food safety and hygiene procedures

• Manage food storage, labelling, stock rotation and waste control

• Ensure allergen compliance at all times

• Work with dietitians on menu planning and dietary adjustments

• Maintain a clean, organised and compliant kitchen environment

Requirements

• QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent qualification

• Experience as a Hospital Chef, Healthcare Chef or Catering Chef

• Strong knowledge of HACCP and cook-chill systems

• Legal right to work in Ireland and ability to complete Garda Vetting

• Five years of verifiable work references

• Reliable, organised and comfortable working in structured environments

• Availability for a Monday–Sunday roster (daytime shifts only)

Pay & Benefits

• €20.50 per hour

• Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays

• Daytime shifts only – no late nights or overnight work

• Structured, professional healthcare environment

• Ongoing placements with long-term opportunities

• Supported by an experienced office team and 24/7 on-call service

• Dublin 9 location with public transport access