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Kitchen Assistant

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    CHERRYGROVE NURSING HOME LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2432279
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    CHERRY GROVE NURSING HOME, Cherry Grv Nursing H, Priesthaggard, Campi, Co. Wexford, Y34 TC61
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    34 hours per week
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    To be Confirmed
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    Published On: 03 Feb 2026
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    Closing On: 16 Feb 2026

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Reports to: Chef / Cook
Accountable to: Manager / Director of Nursing

The role of the kitchen assistant is to support the Nursing staff and the Chef / Cook in the delivery of care to the client. The primary role is to ensure that the high quality of nutritious foodstuffs delivered to clientele is maintained at all times.

Principle duties and responsibilities:
1.	Take advise and instruction from Chef / Cook on preparation of all foodstuffs.
2.	Maintain safety of all employees and residents as per safety statement paying particular attention to wet floors, sharp and electrical equipment and hot surfaces.
3.	Follow instructions and schedule of cleaning in particular when using “colour coded” cleaning utensils to prevent cross contamination.
4.	Help and assist Chef / Cook in preparation of menu’s for clients taking into consideration special diets e.g. diabetic / renal diets.
5.	Check deliveries to kitchen area for discrepancies to order.
6.	Keep cold storage / dry goods areas stocked and clean and tidy.
7.	Advise and assist Chef / Cook in re-ordering of foodstuffs.
8.	Ensure all household waste is transferred for collection to waste disposal.
9.	Ensure all re-cycling waste is transferred to re-cycling disposal area.
10.	Report any observational / voiced concerns of clients to Staff.
11.	Report any incidents / accidents / near misses to Chef /Cook/ Staff/ Manager /Director
12.	Follow all safety procedures re: HACCP
13.	Perform any other appropriate duties as designated by Staff / Manager / Director.
14.	Ensure kitchen area is properly cleaned for next meal preparation.
15.	Follow the guidelines in relation to the wearing of appropriate uniform. Always present at work in a clean and tidy manner having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene.
16.	Be professional at all times and be courteous and friendly to all residents, visitors and colleagues.



The above job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post.
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Essential Desirable

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