Culinary Support

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.25 - $17.75
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Colleague well-being support
employee referral incentives

Job Description

Saint Joseph Health System is a renowned healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to every individual in need. Located in Mishawaka, Saint Joseph Health System has built a strong reputation in the community through its commitment to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered services. The system prioritizes investment in advanced technology and highly skilled professionals, ensuring that both patients and staff benefit from the best healthcare environment possible. With its clear mission and values guiding every decision, Saint Joseph Health System fosters a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning. This dedication extends not only to the quality of patient care but also to the well-being and professional growth of its employees.

The Food and Nutrition Services team at Saint Joseph Health System plays a critical role in supporting the overall patient experience by ensuring that patients and guests receive healthy and nutritious meals every day. The Food Service Worker position is a full-time role, operating on a rotating shift schedule, allowing flexibility and ensuring that food services run smoothly across multiple Saint Joseph Health locations. This position focuses on assisting in food service operations, including meal preparation, patient meal assembly, bedside delivery, and post-meal cleaning tasks. Employees in this role contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients while promoting nutritional health and comfort.

Working at Saint Joseph Health System provides numerous benefits and opportunities for professional advancement. Employees enjoy day-one benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability coverage. The employer also offers tuition reimbursement programs for both full- and part-time colleagues starting on the first day of employment, including a fully paid ASN-to-BSN tuition program through a direct learning partner. Additional benefits include employer-matched retirement savings plans, generous paid time off plus seven paid holidays annually, colleague well-being support programs, no mandatory overtime policies, and employee referral incentives.

Saint Joseph Health System prioritizes diversity and inclusion in its workforce, honoring the dignity and unique perspectives of every colleague. The institution is committed to creating a supportive and empowering workplace that embraces differences and fosters personal and professional growth. Saint Joseph Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring all qualified candidates receive fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. This inclusive approach reinforces the organization’s mission to provide compassionate, person-centered care and cultivate a strong, unified team dedicated to health and wellness.

This position invites individuals passionate about healthcare, nutrition, and patient service to join a dynamic team that values collaboration, empathy, and excellence. If you are looking for a meaningful role within a respected health system that supports your growth and values your contribution, the Food Service Worker position at Saint Joseph Health System could be your next rewarding career step.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma preferred
  • ability to work rotating shifts
  • effective communication skills
  • customer service experience
  • physical ability to perform meal delivery and cleaning tasks
  • commitment to following food safety standards
  • ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma preferred
  • strong communication skills
  • excellent customer service abilities
  • ability to work rotating shifts
  • basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene
  • teamwork and collaboration skills

Job Duties

  • assist food service operations including meal preparation and delivery
  • assemble patient meals according to dietary guidelines
  • deliver meals bedside ensuring patient satisfaction
  • perform basic post-meal cleaning and sanitation tasks
  • maintain cleanliness and safety in food service areas
  • communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff
  • support overall nutrition and health initiatives within the facility

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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