Part-time Kitchen Assistant

Evergreen Care; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A private nursing home operator is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support kitchen operations at Borris Lodge Nursing Home. The role offers training and career development, and requires HACCP level 1 & 2 certification. A flexible working environment with meals provided is part of the position. Ideal for those seeking a rewarding career in a caring community.

Benefits

Flexible working

Meals provided on shifts over 8 hours

Free on-site parking

Competitive hourly rate

Fantastic ongoing training program

Qualifications

• Must have HACCP level 1 & 2.
• Must be willing to relocate or commute.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and hygienic catering department.
• Cook as required under supervision and serve the meals.
• Ensure excellence in the presentation of food.

Job description

Job Description

Location: Borris Lodge Nursing Home, main street

Position Available: Kitchen Assistant in Borris Lodge Nursing Home - Carlow

We are currently inviting applications for the role of Kitchen Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join one of Ireland’s leading private nursing home operators.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our kitchen, contributing to the delivery of high-quality meals and services to our residents. This position offers genuine career development potential.

Comprehensive in-house training will be provided, along with opportunities for further professional development.

Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long- and short-term residential care and services. Although our primary focus is older person care, we also cater to other people who are in need of residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates 12 Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland communities. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care.

To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses, and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.

About The Role

Job Requirements

• To maintain the catering department and all its associated areas, in a clean and hygienic manner and to ensure a tidy, warm, inviting and correctly set dining room
• To adhere to and apply by the principles of Basic Food Hygiene and HACCP.
• To cook as required under supervision and serve the meals.
• To ensure excellence in the presentation of food.
• To ensure a well‑stocked kitchen while being economic with resources.
• To encourage other staff to be economic in the use of resources
• To ensure that a ‘home‑like’ environment and atmosphere is maintained where the resident is seen as the central figure in all decision making, ensuring that their right to individuality, privacy, dignity, independence, and choice is always maintained.
• Must have HACCP level 1 & 2

Why Choose Us

• A unique, friendly, and caring work environment
• Flexible working
• Meals provided on shifts over 8 hours
• Free on-site parking -Competitive hourly rate
• Fantastic ongoing training program and up‑skill opportunities

Job Type: Full‑time

Skills Needed

About The Company

Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland’s communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group – all centered on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs – whether it’s a short stay to recover from an illness or a more long‑term decision to make a new home with us. We understand the decision to move from your own home is an important one for you and your loved ones. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make the transition a smooth and happy one.

Company Culture

To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.

Required Criteria

• Must be willing to relocate or commute

Desired Criteria

(None specified)

Closing Date: Saturday 13th December, 2025

Contract Type: Parttime

Salary: Based on Experience