Food Service Worker

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Beloit Health System is looking to add Food Service Workers to our Team! Shift: 1st and 2nd shifts available Schedule: 5:30a-2p / 6:30a-3p / 11:30a-8p / 3p-8p Hours per week: Varied – Per Diem Benefits Status: Not Eligible Department: Dietary The Food Service Worker supports the delivery of safe, high-quality meal services to patients, staff, and visitors. This position performs a range of responsibilities including patient tray assembly, dishwashing, café service, catering setup, and sanitation. The role contributes to a positive patient experience and ensures food safety compliance by following department policies, regulatory standards, and infection prevention protocols. Patient Meal Service: Assemble, portion, and deliver patient trays accurately according to dietary guidelines and selections. Prepare and deliver late trays and nourishments in a timely and sanitary manner. Always follow proper food handling and infection control procedures. Ensure proper station setup and readiness prior to each meal service. Document food temperatures and report discrepancies promptly. Café & Snack Shop Operations: Serve customers courteously and efficiently in the West Hart Café and Snack Shop. Operate the cash register following cash handling procedures. Maintain cleanliness and restock condiments, beverages, and supplies. Prepare simple food items such as sandwiches, salads, and beverages as needed. Follow hand hygiene protocol after each cash transaction or food handling activity. Catering and Events: Assemble, deliver, and clean up after catering events including coffee carts, luncheons, and special functions. Ensure equipment and supplies are prepared and returned in clean, working order. Sanitation and Dishwashing: Operate the dish machine, wash pots and pans, and clean dish room equipment. Maintain clean and organized storage, prep, and dishwashing areas. Sweep and mop designated areas, clean walls, and perform routine sanitation duties. Document and monitor sanitizing solution concentrations in accordance with policy. Additional Support: Follow all safety, sanitation, and dietary procedures outlined by Joint Commission, CMS, and OSHA standards. Assist coworkers across dietary functions to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. Perform all duties in accordance with hospital and departmental values, service standards, and infection prevention requirements. BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE The mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve. Beloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of personas assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous food service, dietary, or customer service experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment preferred.
Familiarity with patient dietary restrictions and food safety guidelines is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and supervisors.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently and collaboratively.
Basic computer literacy; must be able to read and respond to emails daily.
Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple demands.
Maintain ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients.
Adhere to established hospital and Dietary policies, rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Previous food service, dietary, or customer service experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment preferred.
Familiarity with patient dietary restrictions and food safety guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assemble, portion, and deliver patient trays accurately according to dietary guidelines and selections.
Prepare and deliver late trays and nourishments in a timely and sanitary manner.
Always follow proper food handling and infection control procedures.
Ensure proper station setup and readiness prior to each meal service.
Document food temperatures and report discrepancies promptly.
Serve customers courteously and efficiently in the West Hart Café and Snack Shop.
Operate the cash register following cash handling procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and restock condiments, beverages, and supplies.
Prepare simple food items such as sandwiches, salads, and beverages as needed.
Follow hand hygiene protocol after each cash transaction or food handling activity.
Assemble, deliver, and clean up after catering events including coffee carts, luncheons, and special functions.
Ensure equipment and supplies are prepared and returned in clean, working order.
Operate the dish machine, wash pots and pans, and clean dish room equipment.
Maintain clean and organized storage, prep, and dishwashing areas.
Sweep and mop designated areas, clean walls, and perform routine sanitation duties.
Document and monitor sanitizing solution concentrations in accordance with policy.
Follow all safety, sanitation, and dietary procedures outlined by Joint Commission, CMS, and OSHA standards.
Assist coworkers across dietary functions to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
Perform all duties in accordance with hospital and departmental values, service standards, and infection prevention requirements.