Housekeeping/Laundry/Kitchen Assistant

Description

Cowper Care is seeking applications for the role of Housekeeping/Laundry/Kitchen Assistant for Glebe House Nursing Home, Kilternan Dublin 18.

We are only able to accept CVs from EU candidates at this time.

Job Purpose

To provide high quality housekeeping, laundry and kitchen services for the residents and staff of the Nursing Home.

Garda Vetting / Police Clearance will be required for the successful applicant.

Applicants must submit a CV outlining all relevant experience/training to date.

This is a Full-time position – 39 hours per week.

Cowper Care Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About The Role

Roles and Responsibilities

Housekeeping Duties:

• Detail washing/dusting – including all low and high reach areas including fixtures, fittings, walls and vents throughout the building and exterior.
• Floor Maintenance - including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, polishing, and buffing throughout the building.
• Bathrooms and wash facilities: - including toilets, hand basins, shower rooms, baths, tiles, sluice facilities and commodes.
• Waste Removal – including waste from bedrooms, offices, general areas of the building both interior and exterior if necessary.

Laundry Duties:

• To work as part of a team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness of linen, towels and our residents’ personal clothing.
• Sort washing into relevant groups, where applicable, and process it through the washer, drier and iron.
• Keep clean and dirty linen separate within the laundry area. Manage name tag system for all residents clothing.

  Kitchen Duties:

• Carry out assigned and delegated tasks under the supervision of the Chef/ Service Manager
• Assist in the operation of standard cooking equipment such as oven/hobs, boilers, steamers, toasters, choppers etc.
• Wash up with or without the aid of a dishwasher

Comply with all policies and procedures relevant to the job role including those that incorporate health and safety, HACCP, infection control and waste

Applicant Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness
• Strong English abilities

Desirable Criteria

• QQI Level 5 in Laundry/Housekeeping is desirable

Rewards

• Employer contribution to pension scheme with a death in service benefit
• Career advancement opportunities & Educational assistance available
• Subsidised meals and free parking

Required Criteria

• Ability to work as part of a team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness
• Caring nature - sympathetic to the needs of the residents
Strong English abilities

Desired Criteria

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established in 2000, Cowper Care operates three centers across Dublin: St. Patrick’s in Baldoyle, Glebe House in Kilternan, and Gascoigne House in Rathmines. The organization offers individualized care to older people on an inter-denominational basis, providing services such as convalescent care, respite and extended care, dementia-specific care, palliative care, and sheltered independent living. Cowper Care promotes and strives to provide the highest possible standards of care to all residents and their families, ensuring dignity and compassion.

Company Culture

Cowper Care fosters a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous professional development. Employees have noted a friendly staff environment, good management, and clean facilities. The organization emphasizes a balanced work schedule, providing equal distribution of working days and days off. Management is described as supportive, contributing to a positive workplace atmosphere. However, some employees have suggested improvements in areas such as staff meals and salary updates.

Company Benefits

Cowper Care offers competitive compensation, with new Healthcare Assistants earning between €15.57 and €15.96 per hour. The organization provides opportunities for career advancement and professional development, fostering a supportive environment for staff growth. Employees have access to free parking and are provided with subsidised meals during shifts. The company emphasizes a balanced work schedule, contributing to a positive work-life balance.

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Tuition reimbursement, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards

Salary

€15.38 per hour