Food Service Worker II - FT Days

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Tucson, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker II supports the Cafeteria department at Northwest Medical Center and is responsible for preparing, assembling, and serving meals in a healthcare setting. The role includes setting up and serving meals to patients, helping patients select menu items, working with modified diets, and coordinating diet adaptations with house menus. It ensures timely and accurate meal delivery to patients, staff, and visitors while following dietary guidelines and organizational policies. The position may also involve inventory management and food preparation. The worker maintains cleanliness and food safety, hygiene, infection control, and sanitation standards, and complies with health regulations and organizational policies. The role is based at Northwest Medical Center, 6200 N La Cholla Blvd. The schedule is a day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., consisting of three 12-hour shifts and one 6-hour shift.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in food service, cafeteria, or healthcare nutrition services.
In Arizona, an Arizona Health Department Sanitation Certificate, ServeSafe Certificate, or Arizona Food Handler Certificate is required.
Knowledge of food preparation techniques, portion control, and dietary guidelines.
Ability to operate kitchen equipment, food service tools, and dishwashing machines.
Understanding of infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Customer service and communication skills for interacting with patients and staff.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including dietary restrictions and meal orders.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in meal preparation and service.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a food service or hospitality training program.
Experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
SAFE Serve Certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve food according to standardized recipes, dietary guidelines, and patient meal plans.
Assemble meal trays and ensure accurate delivery to patients while following prescribed dietary restrictions.
Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, and dining spaces.
Assist with inventory management, restocking supplies, and monitoring food quality to minimize waste.
Handle cash register operations or payment processing when applicable in retail or cafeteria settings.
Collaborate with kitchen staff, dietitians, and healthcare providers to meet patient dietary needs.
Store, label, and handle food products properly to prevent contamination.
Follow infection control protocols, including proper PPE use and hand hygiene.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.