Kitchen Assistant/General Operative

Role overview

Beechfield Care Group is hiring a general operative to support resident care at Beechfield Manor in Shankill, Dublin. The organisation is an established nursing home group serving communities across Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath and Kildare, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality care centred on each resident.

About the home

Beechfield Manor is set in spacious period garden grounds near Dublin’s coastline. The home values the individuality of every resident and places equal importance on the people who live and work there. Staff are described as committed, dedicated, and proud of the environment they help create.

What the role involves

The housekeeper/general operative will support housekeeping and cleaning activity across the nursing home. Working hours will vary depending on the needs of the home, and occasional weekend work will be required.

Key duties

• Work flexibly across the home in housekeeping, catering, and laundry support roles.
• Maintain continuous awareness of residents’ dignity, comfort, and safety.
• Follow all hygiene standards and health and safety procedures at all times.

What the employer is looking for

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to guide and encourage a varied team.
• The confidence to spot opportunities for improvement and help put changes into practice.
• Good planning and organisational ability to make sure staffing levels are suitable and supplies remain stocked and replaced where needed.
• A collaborative approach when working with management and other staff members.
• A visible, dependable leader who sets the standard through example.

Benefits

• Complimentary meals on site
• Paid training
• Free parking
• Flexible working hours
• Learning and development opportunities
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Access to a pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long-service recognition, employee appreciation, and awards