About Us
Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland's leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs.
Why Join Us?
* Company Pension
* Comprehensive Induction process
* Continuous Professional Development
* Fantastic development & career opportunities
* Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
* Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Education Assistance
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work
* Bike to work Scheme
* Refer/Retain a friend bonus
* Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide
We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as a Catering Assistant.
The Role:
This role includes the following responsibilities on a day-to-day basis:
* To be familiar with and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
* To use company IT systems as instructed and never share your passwords with another or do anything likely to result in the unutilised disclosure of and/or personal data as defined under the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
* To report any concerns for the safety of our patients to your line manager and/or other manager within Nua for appropriate address in-line with company policy.
* To act responsibly at all times and cooperate with our regulators in the very best interests of our service and the people who use them.
* Respect patients and their families, showing dignity, courtesy, and professionalism at all times.
* Assist in the provision of a quality service and work in line with Nua's national and locally devised policies and regulations.
* Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him/her during the course of his/her work.
* Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the workplace as per work schedules and existing policies and procedures.
* When directed, be responsible for the preparation and serving of food in line with national and local policies and standards.
* Preparing, plating, and serving patient meals.
* Ensuring all HACCP guidelines are followed.
* Collection of cutlery, crockery, and glassware from patient areas.
* Cleaning and drying of crockery, glassware, and crockery.
* Regular cleaning of the pantry.
* Assisting chefs with any food prep required.
* Prepare both raw and cooked food.
* Cook food to a high standard.
* Portion and pack both raw and cooked food.
* Rotate and allocate foodstuffs.
* Label, chill, and store food.
* Keep accurate records and operate necessary computer systems.
* Maintain the cleanliness and good order of area of assignment and associated areas to the highest possible standard in line with Nua policy.
* Efficiently and economically use materials and equipment.
* Assist with special functions as required.
Skills and Experience:
* 1 year's previous experience in a similar role.
* An ability to empathise with and understand the needs of others.
* A strong desire to be ones best.
* Excellent organisational skills/self-motivated/self-starter.
* Willingness to work as part of a multi-departmental team.
* Willingness to learn.
* Dedicated, reliability, and flexible approach to work.
What We Offer:
* Company Pension
* Continuous Professional Development
* Fantastic development & career opportunities
* Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
* Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
* Education Assistance
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work
* Bike to work Scheme
* Refer/Retain a friend bonus
* Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide
If you are interested in this role, please click the Apply button below to login/register.