Food Service Worker

BHS•Lexington, KY

20d

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves meals, assembles patient trays, maintains clean kitchen and dining areas, and supports safe food handling. The role follows food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, workplace safety, and hospital policies while providing service to patients, visitors, and staff. Food Services supports patient health and comfort through high-quality meal service, and Room Service Associates help create a positive patient experience by assisting with menu selections and delivering trays with care, compassion, and accuracy.

Requirements

Food Handlers card or Serv Safe certificate required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Prepare, assemble, and serve meals for patients, visitors, and retail customers according to standardized recipes and dietary guidelines.
Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Transport patient meal carts and collect soiled trays from nursing units.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Follow food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards.
Assist with nourishments, special events, and other food service needs as assigned.
Minimize food waste and promote patient satisfaction.
Perform routine and deep cleaning of kitchen areas, including dishwashing equipment and waste disposal areas.