Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.29 - $29.59
Benefits
403B retirement plan
wellness benefits
Discount Program
expanded Employee Assistance Program
mental health program
Job Description
PeaceHealth is a well-established healthcare organization known for providing comprehensive, high-quality health services through its hospitals and clinics across the Pacific Northwest region. With a deep commitment to compassionate care and community health, PeaceHealth offers a range of services including acute care, specialty medical services, and nutrition support. The organization is dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace where caregivers can thrive professionally and personally while making a positive difference in patient care. As part of its commitment to employee wellbeing, PeaceHealth provides various benefits including retirement plans, wellness programs, mental health support, and employee discount programs.
The role available is that of a Food Service Assistant within the Nutrition Services department, offered as a Per Diem/Relief position with a 0.00 FTE and daytime shift. The salary range for this position is competitive, ranging from $19.29 to $29.59 per hour, dependent on education, training, work experience, collective bargaining agreements, and seniority. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement and may have multiple openings.
As a Food Service Assistant at PeaceHealth, you will play a vital role in supporting hospital food and catering operations by preparing, serving, and delivering food products while adhering to safety standards such as HACCP guidelines. Your responsibilities will include preparing, mixing, assembling, portioning, serving, and storing food according to established guidelines to maintain quality and safety. Additionally, you will operate dish machines, wash pots, and carry out heavy cleaning duties to ensure sanitation standards are met across the service areas. Transportation of equipment, food, supplies, and waste is also part of your duties, requiring attention to detail and coordination.
You may also be tasked with acting as a cafeteria cashier, handling cash transactions efficiently, and following set procedures for station setup and cleanup. This role requires strong customer service skills, effective communication abilities, and the capability to work cooperatively with others. Physical demands include lifting and moving items up to moderate weights, bending, stooping, and other movements necessary to maintain smooth operation of food service areas.
Working at PeaceHealth means becoming part of a team dedicated to providing safe, nutritious meals that contribute to patient recovery and staff satisfaction. The organization values diversity and inclusion, cultural humility, and creating an environment where all employees feel respected and supported. Additionally, PeaceHealth emphasizes caregivers' overall wellbeing, offering beneficial programs such as 403(b) retirement plans, wellness benefits, an employee discount program, and enhanced mental health and employee assistance programs even for positions with less than 0.5 FTE.
Joining PeaceHealth as a Food Service Assistant not only provides valuable work experience in hospital nutrition services but also offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the healthcare environment by ensuring food safety and quality. Applicants are encouraged to submit a current resume for full consideration and can expect a work environment that supports professional growth, safety, and inclusion.
The role available is that of a Food Service Assistant within the Nutrition Services department, offered as a Per Diem/Relief position with a 0.00 FTE and daytime shift. The salary range for this position is competitive, ranging from $19.29 to $29.59 per hour, dependent on education, training, work experience, collective bargaining agreements, and seniority. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement and may have multiple openings.
As a Food Service Assistant at PeaceHealth, you will play a vital role in supporting hospital food and catering operations by preparing, serving, and delivering food products while adhering to safety standards such as HACCP guidelines. Your responsibilities will include preparing, mixing, assembling, portioning, serving, and storing food according to established guidelines to maintain quality and safety. Additionally, you will operate dish machines, wash pots, and carry out heavy cleaning duties to ensure sanitation standards are met across the service areas. Transportation of equipment, food, supplies, and waste is also part of your duties, requiring attention to detail and coordination.
You may also be tasked with acting as a cafeteria cashier, handling cash transactions efficiently, and following set procedures for station setup and cleanup. This role requires strong customer service skills, effective communication abilities, and the capability to work cooperatively with others. Physical demands include lifting and moving items up to moderate weights, bending, stooping, and other movements necessary to maintain smooth operation of food service areas.
Working at PeaceHealth means becoming part of a team dedicated to providing safe, nutritious meals that contribute to patient recovery and staff satisfaction. The organization values diversity and inclusion, cultural humility, and creating an environment where all employees feel respected and supported. Additionally, PeaceHealth emphasizes caregivers' overall wellbeing, offering beneficial programs such as 403(b) retirement plans, wellness benefits, an employee discount program, and enhanced mental health and employee assistance programs even for positions with less than 0.5 FTE.
Joining PeaceHealth as a Food Service Assistant not only provides valuable work experience in hospital nutrition services but also offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the healthcare environment by ensuring food safety and quality. Applicants are encouraged to submit a current resume for full consideration and can expect a work environment that supports professional growth, safety, and inclusion.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma preferred or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year previous work experience preferred
- Retail food service experience preferred
- Food Handlers Card - Oregon required
- Strong customer service skills required
- Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation required
- Ability to work well with others required
- Ability to effectively communicate to perform role functions safely and effectively required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year previous work experience preferred
- Retail food service experience preferred
- Food Handlers Card - Oregon required
- Strong customer service skills
- Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to effectively communicate to perform role functions safely and effectively
Job Duties
- Prepare, mix, assemble, portion, serve and store food following applicable guidelines
- Operate dish machine, wash pots and perform heavy cleaning duties following safety and sanitation guidelines
- Transport equipment, food, supplies and trash as directed
- Act as cafeteria cashier running the cash register
- Follow guidelines for assigned station set-up and clean-up
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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