Food Service Associate - Nutrition Services
About The Position
As a Food Service Associate at Glens Falls Hospital, you are a vital part of the patient care team. You will interact directly with patients, brighten their day, and help ensure they get the nutrition they need to recover. This role suits someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the community. Paid training is provided, and the position offers opportunities to grow into healthcare or advanced culinary roles. Compensation is $18.25 to $27.37 per hour; the exact rate is determined case by case based on experience, education, and certifications relevant to the position.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and understand English.
- Basic computation skills for cashiering.
- A warm personality and ability to connect with patients, guests, and coworkers.
- Ability to learn general nutrition principles and special patient diet modifications within 7–10 days.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
- Customer service or food service experience is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Take patients’ menu selections directly at the bedside and deliver meals.
- Assemble accurate patient food trays using a computerized ticket system.
- Set up food stations, serve cafeteria customers using proper food-handling practices, and process cashier transactions.
- Maintain inventory by organizing and rotating products and keeping stock filled in daily refrigerator and unit floor spaces.
- Help set up, decorate, and cater special hospital theme and holiday events.
Benefits
- Shift premiums for evening and weekend shifts.
- Paid training.
- Opportunities for career growth into healthcare or advanced culinary roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
