Food Service Tech / Culinary Specialist

AdamsPlace•Anniston, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NHC HealthCare Anniston is seeking a dependable, motivated, and caring Food Service Tech / Culinary Specialist to join its dietary team. The role helps prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for patients and residents. Candidates with food preparation, cooking, or customer service experience are encouraged to apply; prior experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic food preparation, safe food handling, and sanitation practices.
Ability to follow recipes, menus, production instructions, and dietary guidelines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Dependable, motivated, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
Ability to follow instructions and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
A positive attitude and commitment to providing quality meals and excellent service to patients and residents.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in food service, cooking, culinary operations, or healthcare dietary services is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.
Assist with cooking and preparing menu items while following production sheets, portion standards, and therapeutic diet requirements.
Prepare meal trays and ensure meals are delivered accurately and on time.
Maintain appropriate food temperatures, quality, presentation, and portion control.
Assist with dining room setup, meal service, and cleanup.
Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment.
Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen, dining, storage, and food preparation areas.
Receive, label, rotate, and properly store food and supplies.
Follow established food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and NHC procedures.
Assist with meeting special dietary needs and following prescribed meal requirements.
Provide courteous and compassionate service to patients, residents, families, visitors, and fellow Partners.
Communicate effectively with dietary leadership and team members to ensure efficient daily operations.
Support a positive dining experience and overall patient and resident satisfaction.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support dietary operations.