Service: Catering Department (Mid-West)
Location: Limerick
Duration: Contract of Indefinite duration
Hours: 40 hours
Post Reference No: HR251210
Published: 5th January 2026
Application Closing Date: 1st March 2026
NOVAS is a not for profit organisation and Approved Housing Body. We work with single adults, couples and families who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. We provide a range of support services and accommodation. We have over 300 staff, and more than 30 services in Limerick, Dublin, Clare, Kerry, Cork and Tipperary including residential homeless services, social housing and community based services for tenancy sustainment, homelessness prevention, mental health and recovery.
The role of the Catering Manager is vital to the successful delivery of quality programmes and services in NOVAS for our clients or tenants. The Catering Manager will support the residential and outreach services within the authority delegated by the Senior Outreach Services Manager. The role supports a number of direct reports and is situated in the services within the Mid-West region but will require travel as needed, to other locations where NOVAS services are located.
NOVAS is a Trauma Informed practice organisation and the principles of collaboration, diversity, respect and trust are embedded in our way of working together. Our services are provided through support of our partners in local government through the Local Authorities, HSE, and other donors and funders
Desirable Skills and Knowledge (Please see Job Description for complete Person Specification)
- Professional Qualification in Cookery.
- Knowledge and training in HACCP.
- Experience in supervising and supporting staff.
- Full driving licence with use of your own vehicle.
- Strong organisational and operational skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to work in a client-centred, flexible and evolving environment.
We offer a competitive benefit package including 26 days annual leave pro rata, access to further education supports and contributory pension.
If you would like to work for NOVAS, an application form and job description can be found on the careers section of our website https://novas.ie/careers-with-novas/. If you require any further information or wish to submit a completed application form, please email tracey.mccarthy@novas.ie
