Domestic Assistant

€16.92 hourly

Job Description

We are seeking reliable, caring, and enthusiastic Domestic Staff to join our team. This is an important frontline support role, helping to provide a clean, welcoming, and comfortable environment for patients while assisting with meal services on the ward.

If you enjoy working with people, take pride in maintaining high hygiene standards, and have a friendly, compassionate approach, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve breakfast to patients.
  • Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
  • Clear meal trays and maintain a clean dining and ward environment.
  • Clean and maintain ward kitchens and food preparation areas in line with HSE hygiene standards.
  • Wash and store crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment.
  • Restock kitchen supplies and ensure food service areas are well maintained.
  • Carry out general domestic duties within the ward and kitchen.
  • Engage positively with patients, offering friendly conversation and excellent customer care while respecting their dignity and privacy.
  • Follow all HSE policies relating to food safety, infection prevention and control, and health and safety.

Please note: This role does not involve cooking or food preparation from scratch.

What We're Looking For

  • A caring, friendly, and approachable personality.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enjoys chatting with and supporting patients in a respectful and compassionate manner.
  • Ability to work as part of a busy multidisciplinary team.
  • Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible.
  • Previous experience in healthcare, hospitality, catering, or cleaning is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Work Location: In person