Food Service Assistant III (Host/Hostess) | Part-Time - 30 Hours Weekly | Christiana Hospital - Newark Campus

ChristianaCare • Newark, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare is seeking a Food Service Assistant III – Host/Hostess to join their dedicated Nutrition Services team. In this role, the assistant will deliver meals and comfort to patients, ensuring their dietary needs are met with care and precision. ChristianaCare is a nationally recognized health system, named one of Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals (U.S.), committed to Love and Excellence. The position is based at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware, a 1,007-bed, 1.3-million-square-foot modern facility that provides a level of care typically found in large-scale teaching hospitals. Christiana Hospital houses Delaware's only Level-I Trauma center and has been nationally recognized in U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals rankings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read diet orders and perform basic math
• Comfort using iPads and basic computer systems
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout your shift
• Must pass a physical exam and drug screening
• Comfortable working in patient care areas and around cleaning supplies

Nice To Haves

• 6+ months of food service experience (preferred)
• ServSafe certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals tailored to therapeutic diets with accuracy and empathy
• Collect and process patient menu selections and diet orders
• Adjust menus based on dietary guidelines and patient preferences
• Provide warm, attentive customer service to patients and families
• Collaborate with clinical and dietary teams to ensure satisfaction and safety

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Annual Care.com membership for backup child/adult care
• Financial coaching, wellness reimbursements, and exclusive discounts
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

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