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Hospital Chef - Dublin 18

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    3Q Recruitment
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    Ref: #JOB-2434068
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    Co. Dublin,
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    20.50 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 16 Feb 2026
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    Closing On: 16 Mar 2026

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Hospital Chef – Healthcare Catering | Dublin 18

3Q Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Hospital Chef to work in a healthcare catering kitchen in Dublin 18. The role involves preparing nutritious meals that support patient care and the daily operation of a clinical environment.

The workplace is accessible via the Green Line Luas and Dublin Bus services.

This position is suitable for chefs with experience in hospital, healthcare or large-scale catering kitchens who are seeking daytime hours in a structured healthcare setting.

The Role

You will work as part of a healthcare catering team, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of meals to patients and staff. The role includes working with catering management and healthcare professionals to ensure meals meet dietary and clinical requirements.

Main Duties

Prepare and present meals in line with clinical and dietary guidelines
Support the daily operation of a 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 compliance at all times
Work with dietitians on menu planning and dietary adjustments
Maintain a clean and compliant kitchen environment

Requirements

QQI Level 6 in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional 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
Ability to provide five years of verifiable work references
Reliable and organised, with the ability to work in structured environments
Availability for a Monday–Sunday roster (daytime shifts only)
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

Pay & Conditions

€20.50 per hour
Double pay on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Daytime shifts only – no late nights or overnight work
Rostered across the week as required
Structured healthcare working environment
Ongoing placement opportunities
Supported by an experienced office team with 24/7 on-call support
Dublin 18 location, accessible via Green Line Luas and Dublin Bus 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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