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We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Head Chef to lead our culinary team and ensure the smooth operation of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume, high-quality food service, with a passion for innovation, leadership, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities Salary will be determined according to experience.
Care Support Workers
Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 5 x39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Cheshire Ireland Services Address: Waterford, Limerick, Kerry, Cork, Dublin We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement. What you will do You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs and in accordance with their evolving personal plans to support them to live their best possible lives. You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality and that promote their rights and independence. It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards. Who we are looking for: Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification. Have experience in supporting people with disabilities. Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work. Desire for personal and professional development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential. Good Standard of verbal and written English. Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage). Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Positive attitude. Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services. Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years of the commencement of their role. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. €34100.68 to €39625.68 Depending on Experience. Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free onsite Parking. Benefits Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral Scheme QQI Training Program. Welcome packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: 15th of December 2025 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work. Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Speech And Language Therapist, Senior
There are currently various permanent / specified purpose / part time / whole-time vacancies available in the HSE South West across Cork and Kerry. Individual sites / location will be indicated at expression of interest stage to panel members for each individual job. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Speech and Language Therapist, Senior from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration in Primary Care and Older Persons may be filled. This will include specific skills posts where clinical competencies may need to be demonstrated. Purpose of the post: For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop. Application link: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/87413/ For technical issues please contact Campaign Lead Valentine Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie
General Operative (Day Shift)
CWS is a leading Rental Service provider of Workwear in Ireland. CWS Cork currently has opportunities for a number of General Operative’s to start with immediate effect, within our industrial Workwear laundry. Location : CWS, Little Island, Cork - Return Bus Service provided by CWS, 2 collection points - Blackpool and City Centre. Working Week : Full-time 39 hours between Mondays to Sunday Job Type / Category The role is a hands-on position where the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all our industrial Workwear is processed, within the laundry, to the highest level of health and safety standards in an efficient and proactive manner. Key Requirements: Required Education, Skills and Qualifications: No previous laundry experience required but would be an advantage Full training provided
Embryologist, Senior, University Maternity Hospital
Title of Post: Embryologist, Senior, Cork University Maternity Hospital Details of Service: A commitment to “introduce a publicly funded model of care for fertility treatment” was included in the Programme for Government. Phase One of the Model of Care established Regional Infertility Hubs within maternity networks. Eligible patients are now referred by their GPs to their local Regional Infertility Hub, to avail of a range of treatments and interventions, and if necessary, onward referral to a private provider for advanced AHR treatment as part of the publicly funded and privately provided care scheme. Phase Two of the Model of Care focuses on publicly funded and publicly provided advanced AHR treatment. The introduction of tertiary infertility services, provided through the public health system will launch at Cork University Maternity Hospital. Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) incorporates Maternity, Neonatology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Fertility Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. Hospital Services at CUMH are delivered within the newly established HSE South West health region, one of six national health regions. HSE South West health region manages all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry to deliver integrated service provision across the region by a multidisciplinary team. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospital groups. CUMH provides clinical placements for undergraduate and postgraduate student programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. The Specialist Embryologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, effective, high quality fertility service to patients. Location of Post: HSE South West Lee Road Clinic - Cork University Maternity Hospital There is currently 1 permanent whole-time vacancy available. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Embryologist, Senior in Cork University Maternity Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of Post: The purpose of this post is to perform all laboratory procedures required to provide specialist expertise in diagnostic and fertility treatment services at the clinic and deputise for the Chief Embryologist. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Julie Kenneally, Interim Programme Manager, AHR Service, CUMH Email:julie.kenneally1@hse.ie Tel: 087 2624868
Embryologist, Clinical Specialist, University Maternity Hospital
Title of Post: Embryologist, Clinical Specialist, Cork University Maternity Hospital Details of Service: A commitment to “introduce a publicly funded model of care for fertility treatment” was included in the Programme for Government. Phase One of the Model of Care established Regional Infertility Hubs within maternity networks. Eligible patients are now referred by their GPs to their local Regional Infertility Hub, to avail of a range of treatments and interventions, and if necessary, onward referral to a private provider for advanced AHR treatment as part of the publicly funded and privately provided care scheme. Phase Two of the Model of Care focuses on publicly funded and publicly provided advanced AHR treatment. The introduction of tertiary infertility services, provided through the public health system will launch at Cork University Maternity Hospital. Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) incorporates Maternity, Neonatology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Fertility Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. Hospital Services at CUMH are delivered within the newly established HSE South West health region, one of six national health regions. HSE South West health region manages all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry to deliver integrated service provision across the region by a multidisciplinary team. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospital groups. CUMH provides clinical placements for undergraduate and postgraduate student programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. The Specialist Embryologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide a safe, effective, high quality fertility service to patients. Location of Post: HSE South West Lee Road Clinic - Cork University Maternity Hospital A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Embryologist, Clinical Specialist in Cork University Maternity Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of Post: The purpose of this post is to perform all laboratory procedures required to provide specialist expertise in diagnostic and fertility treatment services at the clinic and deputise for the Chief Embryologist. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Julie Kenneally, Interim Programme Manager, AHR Service, CUMH Email:julie.kenneally1@hse.ie Tel: 087 2624868
Support Workers
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following posts Support Workers Ref: 58/2025 Permanent Full-Time / Part-Time (78 hours per fortnight full-time) Children Respite Services, Cork A panel will also be formed from this competition to fill vacancies as they arise in the coming year Respite Service Summary: The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region provides high-quality, person-centred supports to children with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Our Chiildren's Respite Services are based in Ballinhassig, Co. Cork, offering planned day and overnight breaks for children aged 8 - 18 years. Due to expansion of our day respite service, we will be operating 7 days a week as well as providing our existing overnight breaks. Respite is available throughout the year, including school holidays, and focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and homely environment where children can enjoy meaningful experiences away from home while families receive essential respite. Our approach is grounded in person-centred planning, enabling children to participate in activities that reflect their interests and goals while supporting their independence, communication, and personal care needs. Staff work collaboratively with families, schools, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and positive outcomes for every child. The ethos of the Brothers of Charity Services is based on respect, inclusion, dignity, and partnership and we strive to create opportunities for each child to develop skills, build relationships, and enjoy a high quality of life. Professional Qualifications and Experience etc. Eligible applicants will be those who are on the closing date for the competition: Must have a minimum relevant Level 5 (formerly FETAC) Major Award qualification on the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework (8 modules in total) preferably in Healthcare Support / Health Service Skills (desirable a module in Intellectual Disability) / Childcare OR SNA qualification OR be undertaking a relevant Social Care / Nursing or Allied Health Qualification Level 7/ Level 8 It is desirable for candidates to have at least 6 months’ experience of working in the intellectual disability sector with Adults/children. A full clean Driver’s licence which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads is essential as it is a requirement of this role to drive service vehicles Completion of module on Special Needs and/or Intellectual Disability as part of qualification is desirable Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Salary Scale: €34,036 - €45,454 including 1 LSI per annum (1/8/25 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO: Brid Scanlan, Sector Manager (Children Services), Tel: +353 86 7038217 (email: brid.scanlan@bocsi.ie ) Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025 Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Therapy Assistant
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Therapy Assistant to join our team in Cork Childrens Services, Curraheen, Cork Contract Type: Permanent. Contract Hours: Full-time Salary Scale: €33,431 to €38,849 pro rata per annum. Annual Leave Entitlement : 30 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The role includes clinical and administrative duties that support Therapists on the Children’s Disability Network Team in providing a high-quality service to users. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Candidates must have at the latest date of application: · Possess the Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support with Occupational Therapy Assistant modules 1 and 2, or with Physiotherapy Assistant modules 1 and 2, or with Speech and Language Therapy Assistant modules 1 and 2, at Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) maintained by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). OR · Possess a relevant healthcare qualification at not less than Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) maintained by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and give an undertaking to participate in the appropriate Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant/Speech and Language Therapy Assistant training modules 1 and 2, within 1 year of taking up duty. OR · Are currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physiotherapy Assistant, Speech and Language Therapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 1 year and give an undertaking to acquire the appropriate Level 5 or Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant or Speech and Language Therapy Assistant training programme within 1 year of taking up duty. OR · Are a graduate of a relevant level 8 health and social care course who is committed to ongoing continuous professional development. AND · Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working in a Therapy Department · Ideal candidate will have at least one year’s proven experience of working with children with disability If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Thursday 27th Nov 2025 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Clinical Engineering Technician, Senior
There is currently one permanent whole-timevacancy available in the Regional Seating Service (RSS), Unit 24/25, Doughcloyne Industrial Estate, Wilton, Cork, HSE South West. This is the main base for the service, which also has outreach locations in Kerry, North Cork and West Cork. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Engineering Technician, Seniorfrom which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post: We welcome informal enquiries about the role: Name: Charlotte Sullivan Position: Occupational Therapist Manager Email: charlotte.sullivan@hse.ie Tel: 087 9181628 For more information regarding this post, please download the attached supporting documentation. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. For technical issues please contact Valenitne Healy at Valentine.Healy1@hse.ie. It is recommended that you have the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on your PC/Laptop
Assistant Fire Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Cork County Council Fire & Building Control Department performs the Council’s functions as Fire Authority and Building Control Authority. These functions are managed and delivered through four divisional offices located in Mallow, Midleton, Bantry, and the headquarters at County Hall Campus, Cork. The Assistant Fire Officer works as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a division of the Fire & Building Control Department to deliver key local authority services such as building inspections, fire prevention, fire safety engineering, building control, community fire safety, fire service operations, major emergency management, and coordination of Civil Defence. Assistant Fire Officers are key members of staff responsible for the delivery of public safety services. Reporting to an Assistant Chief Fire Officer, or such designated persons as may be assigned, the Assistant Fire Officer will work as part of a team within the Fire & Building Control Department and may also be required to work independently as circumstances demand. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following, and the post holder may be required to perform other appropriate duties as assigned and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Technical assessment of Fire Safety Certificate and Building Control applications. Provide technical advice to design teams and other council departments in relation to Fire Safety and Building Control matters. Inspect buildings under the Fire Services Act, the Building Control Act, and Dangerous Substances legislation, compile inspection reports, and carry out necessary follow-up actions. Represent Cork County Council in District and Circuit Courts on matters relating to Fire Safety and Building Control. Ensure compliance in the workplace with the requirements of Health & Safety legislation. Perform duties in relation to Community Fire Safety, Fire Operations, and Emergency Management as may be assigned. Undergo such training as considered appropriate to the performance of the duties of the office. Undertake any other duties which are appropriate to the post and necessary for efficient and effective performance. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. The successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: a) Hold, in the National Framework of Qualifications: i. A degree at Level 8 in engineering, architecture, or other building construction related discipline, or ii. A professional qualification equivalent to one of the foregoing awarded by the relevant professional body, or iii. A degree at Level 8 in a science or technology related discipline including physics, chemistry, environmental or computer science, information communications technology; or a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services, or iv. A degree at Level 8 together with a Level 9 qualification in a fire related discipline including fire safety, emergency management or emergency services. b) Have at least 2 years satisfactory relevant experience. c) Be competent to perform efficiently the duties of the Office. 4. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate who is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. 5. Transport Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles as recognised in the Republic of Ireland and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. 6. Required Skill Set In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Assistant Fire Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at interview that they have knowledge and experience of: • Building design and construction; • Building Regulations; • Fire service operations; • Telecommunications and information technology; • Technological and industrial processes. (Candidates should have satisfactory knowledge and experience in one or more of the above.) The successful candidate will be supported with training and mentoring as necessary in the following areas: a) Technical Fire Safety b) Building Regulations c) Fire Service Operations SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what you have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done — for example, do not simply say that “X was successful,” describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example, please include the following: a) The nature of the task, problem, or objective; b) What you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it); c) The outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and full-time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill this position and any vacancies for Assistant Fire Officer which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY The salary scale for the post is: €47,270 - €73,335 per annum €47,270 – €49,938 – €51,906 – €53,948 – €56,040 – €58,166 – €60,312 – €62,458 – €64,604 – €66,753 – €68,914 (Maximum); €71,123 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum); €73,335 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011 will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The base for working purposes shall be the location as determined by Cork County Council. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five-day, 35-hour working week. A flexible working hours system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the Flexitime Policy. The post requires flexibility in working outside of normal hours. Duties will require the successful candidate to work outside of normal hours (e.g., attendance at evening/weekend training or duties) as part of normal working hours without additional remuneration. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as amended. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum or on a pro-rata basis for the period worked. Notice of intention to take leave shall be given to the Council at least two weeks before proposed leave commences. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave, and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended).
