Food Service Aide- Part time

Lurie Children's Hospital • Chicago, IL

1d • $19 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of food service tasks in support of the hospital food service program. Works under moderate supervision primarily in the following areas: Cafeteria, main kitchen, and patient tray line. The incumbent will be expected to adhere to establish guidelines in regard to hospital, sanitation, safety, and cash handling controls. This is a part-time role, 20 hours per week, with rotating weekends. Hours: Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–8:30 PM. Candidate must be available to work this shift, as there is no flexibility regarding the schedule.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Food Handler Certificate (or within 30 days of hire).
• Previous experience in a food service setting.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form is required.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Must be able to demonstrate a cooperative work relationship.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are important.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to follow JCAHO regulations for food handling, sanitation, and food preparation desired.

Responsibilities

• Operates cash register, collects cash and charge tickets.
• Dispenses correct change to customers while maintaining an efficient line speed.
• Follows proper cash handling protocols according to established standards.
• Organizes and assembles food and supply requisitions for department.
• Maintains working knowledge of patient trayline positions and tray assembly process.
• Follows proper cleaning standards according to regulatory agency guidelines and Infection control guidelines.
• Sets food up at proper station(s) and dispenses according to established policy, diet regulation and/or regulatory agency standards.
• Operates all equipment including dishwashers, slicers, floor washers, blenders ETC according to established standards and using proper safety techniques.
• Maintains adequate supply of dishes, utensils, glassware, and paper service to run an efficient operation during all meal services.
• Reports to work in proper and clean uniforms according to established departmental and hospital policy.
• Complies with all HIPPA, Infection Control and Safety policies.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers, and others.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED