Job Details

Chef (Hospital) - Dublin 9

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    3Q Recruitment
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    Ref: #JOB-2432881
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    Co. Dublin,
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    No of positions: 1
  • Image Part Time
    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    20.50 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 17 Feb 2026
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    Closing On: 17 Mar 2026

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3Q Recruitment is recruiting an experienced  Chef (Hospital) to work in a healthcare catering kitchen in Dublin 9. The role involves preparing nutritious meals that support patient care and the day-to-day operation of a hospital environment.

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.

The Role

You will work in a regulated healthcare kitchen, supporting the delivery of safe and reliable meal services for patients and staff. The role involves working closely with catering management, dietitians and healthcare teams to ensure meals meet dietary, nutritional and clinical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and present meals in line with clinical and dietary guidelines
Support the daily operation of a busy healthcare kitchen
Maintain food quality, portion control and presentation standards
Follow HACCP, cook-chill, food safety, hygiene and infection control procedures
Manage food storage, labelling, stock rotation and waste control
Ensure allergen awareness and compliance
Assist with menu planning and dietary adaptations in line with dietitian guidance
Maintain a clean, organised and compliant kitchen environment

Requirements

QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent chef 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
Garda Vetting is mandatory for relevant roles.
International Police Clearance is required where a candidate has lived or worked outside Ireland for 6 months or more since the age of 16
Ability to provide five years of verifiable work references
Reliable, organised and comfortable working in structured environments
Availability for a Monday–Sunday roster (daytime shifts only)

Pay & Conditions

€20.50 per hour
Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Daytime shifts only (no late nights or overnight work)
Rostered work in a structured healthcare setting
Stable working environment with ongoing placement opportunities
Support from an experienced office team and 24/7 on-call service
Dublin 9 location, accessible by Dublin Bus and nearby rail routes 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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