Catering Assistant - South Dublin

V.I.E.C | Catering Assistant Positions Open  Virtue Integrated Elder Care operates a number of premium nursing homes across Ireland. Our commitment is to enhance the quality of life for all our Residents. Together, it is our vocation to ensure that Residents feel valued and loved within their homes. Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring Colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our Residents.We are currently expanding at a fast pace and are seeking passionate, engaging and ambitious people to join our team. As part of this exciting expansion, we are hiring for Catering Assistants to join our South Dublin based nursing homes: 1.    The Fern Dean Nursing Home, Blackrock, Co Dublin2.    Altadore Retirement Home, Glenageary, Co. Dublin3.    The Four Ferns Nursing Home, Foxrock, Co. Dublin Permanent Contract | 37.5 Hours per week | Rates Depending on Experience  What we offer?Excellent rates of payEmployee Assistance ProgrammeReferral ProgrammeCareer Progression opportunitiesFree ongoing training and development Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Food preparation tasksHygiene and cleanliness of food preparation areasFood serving and basic cleaning tasksOrganise food preparation areas and adhere to all food safety proceduresEnsure facilities are replenished and tidy as you go throughout serviceSupport service to Residents in a timely and professional fashionTo follow the agreed HACCP standards and proceduresBe approachable as well as a customer service orientedHave the ability to multitask in a fast pace working environment Skills / Experience:Previous catering experienceStrong Customer service skills, awareness & sensitivity towards ResidentsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsHACCP training would be a distinct advantageCandidate must be available for flexible working hoursAbility to work as part of a team as well as using own initiativeVirtue Integrated Elder Care is an equal opportunities employer.