Food Services Worker II - PT Days

Community Health Systems•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Services Worker II supports the Cafeteria department at Northwest Medical Center in a healthcare setting. The role prepares, assembles, and serves meals while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards. It helps ensure timely and accurate meal delivery to patients, staff, and visitors while following dietary guidelines, patient meal plans, and organizational policies. The position may also assist with inventory management, food preparation, and compliance with health and sanitation regulations. This is a part-time day-shift position working 20 hours per week; the schedule is determined by departmental needs and requires alternating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in food service, cafeteria, or healthcare nutrition services.
Knowledge of food preparation techniques, portion control, and dietary guidelines.
Ability to operate kitchen equipment, food service tools, and dishwashing machines.
Knowledge of infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Customer service and communication skills for interacting with patients and staff.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including dietary restrictions and meal orders.
Attention to detail in meal preparation and service.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and efficiency.
For Arizona: Arizona Health Department Sanitation Certificate, ServeSafe Certificate, or Arizona Food Handler Certificate required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a food service or hospitality training program.
Experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
SAFE Serve Certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve food according to standardized recipes, dietary guidelines, and patient meal plans.
Assemble meal trays and ensure accurate delivery to patients while following prescribed dietary restrictions.
Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, and dining spaces.
Assist with inventory management, restock supplies, and monitor food quality to minimize waste.
Handle cash register operations or payment processing when applicable in retail or cafeteria settings.
Collaborate with kitchen staff, dietitians, and healthcare providers to meet patient dietary needs.
Store, label, and handle food products properly to prevent contamination.
Follow infection control protocols, including proper PPE use and hand hygiene.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.