Job Introduction
House Manager
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract: Fixed-Term (1 Year), Full Time, 5 over 7 Shift Pattern
Salary: €50,000 per annum
About Us
We are a Religious Order committed to providing a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for our residents. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of two residential houses, one of which is a registered care home.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised professional who can combine operational excellence with a genuine commitment to resident wellbeing and quality service.
The Role
As House Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of both residences. You will oversee operational services, health and safety, regulatory compliance, administration, and financial management while upholding the values and ethos of the Religious Order.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
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Manage the daily operations of both houses.
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Coordinate housekeeping, catering, maintenance, and support services.
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Ensure a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for residents and visitors.
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Manage relationships with external contractors and service providers.
Health, Safety & Compliance
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Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture.
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Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice standards.
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Maintain training and compliance records.
Food Safety
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Oversee catering and kitchen operations.
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Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP requirements.
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Maintain high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and food service.
Regulatory Compliance
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Support compliance with HIQA Standards and regulatory requirements.
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Assist with inspections, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
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Maintain accurate compliance documentation.
Administration & Financial Management
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Manage administrative systems and records.
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Prepare reports and support governance requirements.
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Assist with budgeting, invoice processing, and financial monitoring.
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Maintain accurate expenditure records.
Stakeholder Engagement
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Build positive relationships with residents, staff, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
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Respond professionally and sensitively to queries and concerns.
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Support a positive and respectful community environment.
About You
Essential Requirements
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Experience in a management or supervisory role within residential, healthcare, hospitality, or similar environments.
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Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
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Understanding of HIQA Standards and quality assurance processes.
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Food Safety/HACCP qualification or equivalent experience.
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Experience with budgeting, bookkeeping, or financial administration.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Desirable
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Qualification in Management, Healthcare, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
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Experience in a care home or regulated residential setting.
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Knowledge of safeguarding and risk management.
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Experience working within a faith-based, community, or values-led organisation.
Personal Qualities
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Professional, reliable, and discreet.
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Compassionate and respectful of the ethos of the Religious Order.
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Flexible and adaptable.
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Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
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Able to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
Why Sodexo?:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
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Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
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An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
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Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
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Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
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Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
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Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
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Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
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Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
A little more about Sodexo:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
