Food Service Worker - Per Diem

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

About The Position

Beloit Health System is hiring a per-diem Food Service Worker in the Dietary department. The role supports safe, high-quality meal services for patients, staff, and visitors through patient tray assembly and delivery, dishwashing, café and snack shop service, catering setup, and sanitation. The worker helps provide a positive patient experience and follows department policies, regulatory standards, food safety requirements, and infection prevention protocols. First- and second-shift schedules are available, with varied weekly hours. Listed schedules are 5:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 6:30 a.m.–3 p.m., 11:30 a.m.–8 p.m., and 3 p.m.–8 p.m. Per-diem benefits status is not eligible.

Requirements

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, including the ability to read and respond to emails daily.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple demands.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Assemble, portion, and deliver patient trays accurately according to dietary guidelines and selections.
Prepare and deliver late trays and nourishments promptly and sanitarily.
Follow food handling and infection control procedures.
Set up and prepare stations before meal service.
Document food temperatures and promptly report discrepancies.
Serve customers courteously and efficiently in the West Hart Café and Snack Shop.
Operate the cash register and follow cash handling procedures.
Keep café areas clean and restock condiments, beverages, and supplies.
Prepare simple food items, including sandwiches, salads, and beverages, as needed.
Follow hand hygiene protocol after cash transactions and food handling.
Assemble, deliver, and clean up after catering events, including coffee carts, luncheons, and special functions.
Prepare catering equipment and supplies and return them clean and in working order.
Operate the dish machine, wash pots and pans, and clean dish room equipment.
Maintain clean, organized storage, preparation, and dishwashing areas.
Sweep and mop designated areas, clean walls, and perform routine sanitation duties.
Document and monitor sanitizing solution concentrations according to policy.
Adhere to established hospital and Dietary policies, rules, and regulations.