Multi-Task Attendant Open Days

Overview

Sonas Nursing Homes is recruiting Multi-Task Attendants for an upcoming opening planned for Summer 2026. The team is inviting interested candidates to attend recruitment open days at Havenwood Nursing Home in Ballygunner, Waterford.

Applicants are asked to send in their CV in advance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and given an interview slot during one of the open-day sessions.

Candidates must be able to attend an in-person interview on either 19 June or 20 June.

Open day schedule

• Thursday, 19 June: 8:30am to 7:00pm
• Friday, 20 June: 1:00pm

Role summary

This position suits someone who is dependable, well-organised, and motivated to contribute to the wellbeing of residents. The role supports daily operations across catering, housekeeping, and laundry, helping maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming setting.

Team members who take pride in practical work and enjoy contributing to a supportive care environment are encouraged to apply.

Catering support

• Help prepare and serve meals and drinks.
• Assist the Catering Supervisor/Cook in upholding food safety and hygiene standards.
• Follow correct food storage and handling practices in line with regulations and best practice.
• Support kitchen cleaning and help keep the workspace safe.
• Contribute to providing balanced meals that meet residents’ nutritional needs.

Housekeeping support

• Maintain a consistently clean and hygienic environment throughout the nursing home.
• Carry out cleaning tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, polishing, mopping, and sanitising.
• Keep bedrooms, bathrooms, shared spaces, and dining areas tidy, pleasant, and well maintained.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Escalate any maintenance concerns or issues without delay.

Laundry support

• Sort, wash, fold, and distribute residents’ clothing and linen.
• Maintain strong standards of laundry cleanliness and quality.
• Assist with organising and tracking laundry supplies and stock.
• Work in line with health, safety, and infection control requirements.

Working pattern and conditions

The employer offers flexible scheduling to suit both operational needs and candidate availability. Shifts may include day, evening, weekend, and public holiday work.

Employment is supported by a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing professional development. Additional support includes an education assistance programme, employee referral bonus, wellbeing initiatives, free on-site parking, a free uniform and name badge, and meals provided while on duty. Fortnightly pay is also mentioned.

Applications are treated in strict confidence. The employer states that it is an equal opportunities employer.

Experience and training

Experience in a nursing home, healthcare, hospitality, catering, housekeeping, or laundry environment is helpful but not required. Relevant training certificates are welcome, and training can be provided where needed.