Food Service Assistant - Nutrition Services

PeaceHealth is a renowned healthcare organization committed to providing compassionate care and comprehensive health services to diverse communities across the Pacific Northwest. With a focus on integrating physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual wellbeing, PeaceHealth strives to foster an environment that promotes health and healing. The organization operates various hospitals, clinics, and specialized services, ensuring accessible and high-quality care for patients. Known for its commitment to inclusivity, respect for diversity, and cultural humility, PeaceHealth cultivates a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and community impact. The team-oriented culture encourages employees to deliver exceptional care while supporting their professional and personal development.

PeaceHealth is currently seeking a Food Service Assistant - Nutrition Services for a full-time, 1.00 FTE day position at St. Joseph Medical Center. The salary ranges from $20.66 to $30.99 per hour, with the hiring rate based on factors such as education, training, experience, and seniority under the applicable collective bargaining agreement. This role is key to supporting hospital food and catering services operations, focusing on preparing, serving, cleaning, and delivering food products safely according to HACCP guidelines. The Food Service Assistant plays an essential role in ensuring that patients receive quality nutrition and positive dining experiences within the healthcare setting.

In this role, the Food Service Assistant is responsible for a variety of tasks including the preparation, mixing, assembly, portioning, serving, and storage of food items following strict safety and sanitation protocols. Operating dish machines, heavy cleaning, transporting supplies, and assisting with cafeteria cashier duties are also part of the daily responsibilities. The assistant must be adept at adhering to established guidelines for set-up, clean-up, and overall food service quality. At St. Joseph Medical Center, there is an additional emphasis on interacting with patients by taking electronic meal orders, delivering and retrieving patient trays, and ensuring patient satisfaction through direct engagement. Training in electronic tablet competency and nutrition-specific knowledge is provided during orientation to ensure comprehensive support for special dietary needs.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong customer service skills, the ability to work collaboratively with others, and effective communication to safely and efficiently perform job duties. A Food Handler's Card issued in Washington State is required, with a high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Prior experience in retail food service and at least one year of relevant work experience is advantageous. The working conditions involve light to moderate physical activity, including lifting (up to 50 lbs), frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling, as well as working in sometimes noisy environments near heated surfaces and liquids.

PeaceHealth supports its employees by offering a robust total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with employer contributions, paid time off, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and enhanced employee assistance and mental health resources. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about nutrition, patient care, and working within a collaborative healthcare environment. Individuals who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and motivated to contribute to patient wellbeing will find this position rewarding and impactful.