Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.55 - $20.50
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a prominent University Health and Food Service Department, specializing in providing high-quality nutritional services within a healthcare environment. The department is committed to maintaining stringent safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards to ensure the proper care and use of foods, supplies, and equipment. Serving a diverse range of patients and guests, the department prides itself on not only delivering nutritious and appetizing meals but also fostering excellent guest relationships and maintaining professional, respectful workplace interactions. This entity plays a vital role in supporting the overall health and wellness of patients by facilitating carefully prepared meals aligned with medical and dietary guidelines. The workplace environment emphasizes teamwork, timeliness, accuracy, and efficiency, all while upholding the highest standards of food service practices and regulatory compliance. Employment within this department reflects a dedication to public health and service excellence, with a focus on nurturing a positive culinary atmosphere despite the challenges within a hospital or clinical setting.

The role offered is that of a Food Service Worker whose primary responsibility is to carry out routine tasks essential in preparing and serving food required for patients. This position demands a dependable individual capable of meeting established daily deadlines without compromising on accuracy or quality of performance. The Food Service Worker is expected to execute their duties efficiently and competently while strictly complying with University Health and Food Service Department policies and regulations. This includes adhering to safety protocols, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring the sanitation of all food, equipment, and supplies used. The role is critical in maintaining smooth food operation flows and supporting the care and nutritional needs of patients. An important facet of the job is sustaining excellent guest and colleague relations to enhance the service experience and workplace environment. Communication proficiency in English is necessary, with Spanish language skills considered an advantage. Although not mandatory, a high school diploma or its equivalent is preferred, as well as prior experience in health care food service, cafeterias, or restaurants. The overall working conditions highlight the significance of accuracy and quality within a fast-paced and regulated environment, emphasizing the importance of food safety and customer satisfaction in the healthcare context.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to read, write and speak English
  • Ability to do simple arithmetic
  • High school graduation or its equivalent preferred
  • Six months of health care, cafeteria, or restaurant food service experience preferred
  • Spanish speaking preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to read, write and speak English
  • High school graduation or its equivalent preferred
  • Six months of health care, cafeteria, or restaurant food service experience preferred
  • Spanish speaking preferred
  • Knowledge of safety, hygiene and sanitation practices
  • Ability to work efficiently and accurately under deadlines

Job Duties

  • Prepare and serve food required for patients
  • Comply with safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations
  • Ensure proper care and use of foods, supplies, and equipment
  • Meet established daily deadlines with accuracy and quality
  • Maintain excellent guest and working relations
  • Perform routine tasks necessary for food service operations
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness in food preparation areas

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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