Food Service Worker
About The Position
The Food Service Worker supports patient care by ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, timely, and delivered with care. The role serves patients, visitors, and staff as part of a collaborative, mission-driven team at UNC Health Appalachian in Linville, North Carolina. The worker helps maintain kitchen, preparation, and dining areas, follows food safety and quality standards, provides customer service, and assists with dishwashing, sanitation, and general cleanup. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with a variable schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. UNC Health Appalachian offers access to ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and its Career Pathways Program. The organization describes its work as directly supporting patient care and safety in its hospitals and clinics, and emphasizes an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and valued. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Requirements
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures.
- Excellent customer service and teamwork skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer literacy, including Word, Excel, and nutrition software.
- Willingness to assist with dishwashing and sanitation as needed.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, or transfer up to and over 50 pounds.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout shifts.
- Ability to work a variable schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience in a food service or healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Assemble, prepare, and deliver timely meals to patients, visitors, and staff.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen, preparation, and dining areas.
- Follow proper food handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Provide friendly, efficient customer service.
- Assist with dishwashing, sanitation, and general cleanup duties.
- Support kitchen operations while following UNC Health Appalachian quality and safety standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option
- Supplemental insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and certification bonuses
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness incentives and an award-winning wellness program
- May be eligible for childcare assistance
- Employee discounts, including discounts to attractions such as Dollywood and Tweetsie Railroad
- Student loan refinancing and college savings resources
- Employee-to-employee financial assistance
- Ongoing training and access to the Career Pathways Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
