We are actively hiring one General Operative candidate to join the Clearbrook team offering excellent pay and conditions.
Clearbrook is a modern purpose-built 90 bed nursing home located in Finglas in Dublin.
Our philosophy is simple, but in the context of a nursing home, it’s powerful. Our four key pillars are at the centre of all decisions - patient-centred care, meaningful activities, excellent dining and a commitment to infection prevention and control. We hire people who share our ethos, and endeavour to treat our staff well with the aim of providing stability and continuity of care to our residents.
Working hours:
- Full- Time, approx. 30 Hours per week
- Shift timings range from 7am - 6pm.
- Candidate must be fully flexible
Contract:
- Fixed term contract until January 2027
- Sunday 25% Premium pay rate
- Bank holiday Premium Double pay rate
General Operative Job Description
Job Title and Grade
General Operative
Reporting Relationship
The General Operative reports directly to the Support Service Manager.
Purpose of the Post
To support the day-to-day operation of Clearbrook Nursing Home by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food service across the Housekeeping, Kitchen and Laundry Departments. The post holder will provide a flexible service and may be required to work in any of these departments to meet operational requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
The General Operative will:
Housekeeping Duties
- Ensure residents' privacy, dignity and independence are respected at all times.
- Clean and service all areas of the nursing home, including:
- Resident bedrooms
- Bathrooms and WCs
- Corridors and hallways
- Living rooms
- Offices
- Clinical areas
- Floors, walls and internal windows.
- Clean spillages promptly in accordance with infection prevention and control procedures.
- Replenish consumables including soap, paper towels, toilet rolls and bin liners.
- Empty bins and dispose of waste safely in accordance with waste management procedures.
- Vacuum, damp dust and clean fixtures and fittings.
- Ensure all cleaning equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored correctly after use.
- Use cleaning chemicals safely and store them securely.
- Report defects, maintenance issues or hazards to the appropriate manager.
Laundry Duties
- Collect residents' clothing and linen from designated collection points.
- Load and unload washing machines and dryers correctly.
- Sort, wash, dry, fold and prepare clean laundry.
- Separate and correctly manage soiled or infected linen.
- Ensure residents' clothing is correctly identified and returned to the appropriate resident.
- Maintain the laundry area in a clean, safe and organised condition.
- Monitor laundry supplies and report shortages.
Kitchen Duties
- Assist the Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen.
- Assist in preparing and serving meals, snacks and beverages.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, hobs, steamers, boilers, toasters and food preparation equipment.
- Ensure residents have access to adequate food and fresh drinking water.
- Wash dishes, utensils and catering equipment.
- Clean kitchen work surfaces, storage areas and equipment to the required hygiene standards.
- Ensure dining rooms are presentable at all times.
- Responsible for washing of all delf within the home.
- Report equipment faults or maintenance issues.
- Assist with stock rotation and storage where required.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and food safety.
General Responsibilities
- Comply with all Clearbrook Nursing Home policies and procedures.
- Adhere to Health and Safety legislation.
- Follow Infection Prevention and Control procedures.
- Comply with HACCP principles and food safety procedures.
- Follow Fire Safety procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Treat residents and their property with dignity and respect.
- Complete records and documentation as required.
- Wear the appropriate uniform and adhere to the dress code.
- Attend mandatory training.
- Work flexibly across housekeeping, kitchen and laundry services as required.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by management.
The above list is not exhaustive.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: €14.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Food allowance
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
