Food Service Worker - Per Diem

Shriners Children's • Sacramento, CA

103d • $24 - $33

About The Position

Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law. Shriners Children's Northern California is proud to be nationally ranked as a leader in pediatric orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, in partnership with UC Davis Children's Hospital. As an ACS-verified Level I Children's Surgery Center, we are committed to providing world-class care in a family-centered environment. Our state-of-the-art facility specializes in orthopedics, rehabilitation, burns, pediatric surgery and cleft lip and palate services, transforming the lives of thousands of children every year from around the world. Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to innovation, collaboration and making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and their families. At Shriners Children's Northern California, you'll find a supportive community, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to life-changing work every day.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED (preferred)
• 1 Year Food preparation or distribution (preferred)
• Computer Skills (preferred)
• Diet Office Work Experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for patients, cafeteria guests and catering guests, including sandwiches, grilled items, salads, desserts, fruit, yogurt parfaits, breads, nourishments/supplements, beverages and condiments according to the daily menu, catering SER or patient menu.
• Serve food to patients and guests with accurate portions following standard portion control.
• Portion, label and place items into appropriate containers or dishes, replenishing items when necessary for guests.
• Organize and stock all needed supplies, condiments, and utensils for meal service, following FIFO.
• Replenish food items as needed and communicate to appropriate kitchen staff when supplies and/or food are running low.
• Store all leftover foods by cooling quickly, covering, labeling and dating the containers, and coordinate the use of leftovers with cooks and co-workers.
• Prep food items for next meal service for patients, cafeteria and catering guests, including slicing meats and cheeses, preparing sandwich fillings, defrosting items, and preparing vegetables, fruits, and desserts.
• Answer the department phone, assist callers, and take messages when needed.
• Prepare late trays/requests and deliver to the nursing units.
• Verify daily menu with the cook and update the Menu Board and Café Menu Line.
• Ensure that food signs are assigned to food items, especially foods containing major allergens.

Benefits

• Medical coverage on the first day of employment
• 403(b) and Roth 403(b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short term and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected
• Tuition reimbursement
• Home & auto insurance
• Hospitalization insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED