Food Service Worker - Casual
About The Position
In this role you will be: Prepare and portion food and beverages following standardized recipes and menus. Assemble patient meal trays accurately according to dietary orders and preferences. Deliver meals to patient rooms or designated areas promptly and courteously. Serve food in cafeteria or retail areas, maintaining quality presentation and customer service. Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment using proper sanitation procedures. Clean and sanitize workstations, kitchen surfaces, and dining areas. Follow infection control, food safety, and personal hygiene practices. Monitor food temperatures and storage conditions to ensure regulatory compliance. Assist with unpacking, stocking, and rotating food and supply deliveries. Report low stock levels or expired items to supervisors. Ensure proper labeling and storage of all food items. Work collaboratively with dietitians, cooks, and other food service staff. Communicate effectively with nursing staff to resolve meal-related issues. Respond to patient and visitor inquiries with professionalism and care. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous food service experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or institutional setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare and portion food and beverages following standardized recipes and menus.
- Assemble patient meal trays accurately according to dietary orders and preferences.
- Deliver meals to patient rooms or designated areas promptly and courteously.
- Serve food in cafeteria or retail areas, maintaining quality presentation and customer service.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment using proper sanitation procedures.
- Clean and sanitize workstations, kitchen surfaces, and dining areas.
- Follow infection control, food safety, and personal hygiene practices.
- Monitor food temperatures and storage conditions to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assist with unpacking, stocking, and rotating food and supply deliveries.
- Report low stock levels or expired items to supervisors.
- Ensure proper labeling and storage of all food items.
- Work collaboratively with dietitians, cooks, and other food service staff.
- Communicate effectively with nursing staff to resolve meal-related issues.
- Respond to patient and visitor inquiries with professionalism and care.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
