Culinary Associate II/Cafeteria - Culinary/Nutrition

Kettering Health • Beavercreek, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Associate II supports patient care and operational reliability by preparing, assembling, and serving food in accordance with safety and quality standards. The role helps maintain a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment and interacts with patients, staff, and visitors to promote a positive dining experience. The employee performs other duties as assigned and carries out all job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six months of experience in food service, hospitality, or customer service, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Basic food preparation and service techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, such as HACCP.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Effective verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and standardized recipes.
• Basic math and cash handling skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in healthcare or institutional food service.
• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe® Food Handler or equivalent food safety certification within six months of hire, if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and serve food in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment.
• Interact with patients, staff, and visitors to promote a positive dining experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Use PPE in accordance with Culinary and Nutrition Care policy.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers according to KHN standards.
• Wash hands according to KHN policy.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED