Food Service Worker
About The Position
At University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC), food is important to us, our patients' health, and our community. Would you be interested in helping t o f eed our patients ? Would you like to come w ork for one of the largest food production facilities in Vermont? Would you like to start a career in healthcare and food service where there are career advancement opportunities at your fingertips? When our patients come to the hospital, they might not expect to be able to order fresh, organic , and local food when they want it, and have it delivered by room service – but our Food Service Workers help to make this happen! Apply today if this sounds interesting to you! JOB DESCRIPTION: Food Service Workers are essential in feeding everyone within the hospital. They may help with: p reparing a patient’s meal tray for delivery , d elivery of meals to patient rooms , d ishwashing , s eparating trash/ recycle /compost , and r e-stocking supplies. Job routines require patient interaction, working as a team, the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, and moving large carts throughout the hospital. Great attitude and navigation skills are helpful! Experience is preferred; however, this is a great way to join the UVMMC team and begin an amazing career in food service and healthcare.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred, minimum 18 years of age.
- Ability to read, speak, write and understand English.
- Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to follow basic oral and written instructions.
- Meets the physical demands of the job, including standing for extended periods of time and walking long distances.
- Must be dependable – no excessive absenteeism/tardiness - per department policy.
- Understands and follows safety and sanitation procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a high volume, fast paced food service environment is preferred.
- Experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparing a patient’s meal tray for delivery
- Delivery of meals to patient rooms
- Dishwashing
- Separating trash/ recycle /compost
- Re-stocking supplies
Benefits
- Employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
