FOOD SVC WORKER I

Covenant Health • Tazewell, TN

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About The Position

The Food Service Worker I performs routine duties related to preparing and serving food, as well as cleaning kitchen areas and cooking utensils. The role supports patient meal service and retail food service by preparing service areas, dispensing food, preparing production according to menus and production sheets, and assembling late trays. The worker maintains clean, sanitary work areas, operates equipment safely, follows department procedures and safety standards, and addresses customer service concerns. This is a full-time position scheduled for 75 hours per pay period with variable shifts.

Requirements

• No minimum education specified; an equivalent combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the job is acceptable, typically equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
• No minimum experience required.
• No licensure required.

Nice To Haves

• A high school diploma or GED may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ware washing duties according to established procedures.
• Prepare the patient tray line for meal service and dispense food for patient meals; prepare retail areas for meal service and clean the area after tray-line service.
• Notify the supervisor when food quantities are low before supplies are depleted and service is disrupted.
• Prepare food production according to menus, production sheets, or count sheets.
• Prepare items for modified diets and pre-dish according to department procedures.
• Assemble late trays accurately, maintaining proper temperatures and visual attractiveness.
• Maintain assigned areas in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner and complete assigned cleaning tasks within the specified timeframe and according to established procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and report damaged or unsafe equipment to the supervisor immediately.
• Operate the menu system.
• Address customer service concerns promptly and report or refer customers to management when necessary.
• Maintain department records, logs, and files as required.
• Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed