Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
flexible schedule
Professional Development
Job Description
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters (CHKD) is a specialized pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to children and their families. Located in Norfolk, Virginia, CHKD is recognized for its commitment to excellence in pediatric care, offering a wide range of medical services tailored specifically to the needs of young patients. The hospital is known for promoting a family-centered approach to health and wellness, combining expert medical care with a compassionate environment that supports the healing and comfort of children.
As a part of the hospital's Food & Nutrition Services department, the Food Service Worker plays a vital role in maintaining the daily operations of the kitchen, dining, and dish room areas. This part-time position requires working approximately 2-3 shifts per week with flexibility to cover rotating shifts including early morning (6AM-2PM), late morning to evening (11:30AM-7:30PM), weekends, and holidays. The role is essential to ensuring that all food service areas comply with CHKD’s policies, federal, state, and local regulations, and maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety.
The Food Service Worker is responsible for routine general service tasks such as setting up and breaking down food stations, replenishing supplies at condiment and beverage areas, operating dishwashing equipment, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the service areas. In addition to daily operations, this role supports special functions such as catering events and ensures proper waste management according to hospital safety standards and environmental regulations.
This position demands excellent time management, organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative team spirit. Working at CHKD requires a high level of professionalism as the Food Service Worker interacts with staff, patients, families, and guests, always upholding a courteous and helpful demeanor. Additionally, the role requires compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards to promote a safe and healthy work environment.
Candidates for this position must have completed city food handling training and be prepared for an increased security clearance process that includes FBI fingerprinting, criminal background checks, and Child Protective Services registry searches when assigned to the Children's Pavilion. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and prior food service experience, although these are not mandatory.
The working environment can be noisy and physically demanding, as it involves exposure to varying temperatures and potential minor hazards such as cuts or burns. Physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform repeated movements essential to food service work.
Overall, this Food Service Worker position at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a renowned pediatric healthcare institution while gaining valuable experience in a healthcare food service setting. The role suits individuals who are proactive, dependable, and enthusiastic about supporting the health and comfort of pediatric patients through excellent food service and sanitation practices.
As a part of the hospital's Food & Nutrition Services department, the Food Service Worker plays a vital role in maintaining the daily operations of the kitchen, dining, and dish room areas. This part-time position requires working approximately 2-3 shifts per week with flexibility to cover rotating shifts including early morning (6AM-2PM), late morning to evening (11:30AM-7:30PM), weekends, and holidays. The role is essential to ensuring that all food service areas comply with CHKD’s policies, federal, state, and local regulations, and maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety.
The Food Service Worker is responsible for routine general service tasks such as setting up and breaking down food stations, replenishing supplies at condiment and beverage areas, operating dishwashing equipment, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the service areas. In addition to daily operations, this role supports special functions such as catering events and ensures proper waste management according to hospital safety standards and environmental regulations.
This position demands excellent time management, organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative team spirit. Working at CHKD requires a high level of professionalism as the Food Service Worker interacts with staff, patients, families, and guests, always upholding a courteous and helpful demeanor. Additionally, the role requires compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards to promote a safe and healthy work environment.
Candidates for this position must have completed city food handling training and be prepared for an increased security clearance process that includes FBI fingerprinting, criminal background checks, and Child Protective Services registry searches when assigned to the Children's Pavilion. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and prior food service experience, although these are not mandatory.
The working environment can be noisy and physically demanding, as it involves exposure to varying temperatures and potential minor hazards such as cuts or burns. Physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, lift, and perform repeated movements essential to food service work.
Overall, this Food Service Worker position at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a renowned pediatric healthcare institution while gaining valuable experience in a healthcare food service setting. The role suits individuals who are proactive, dependable, and enthusiastic about supporting the health and comfort of pediatric patients through excellent food service and sanitation practices.
Job Requirements
- Current City of Norfolk food handling training required at time of hire
- Record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required at time of hire
- Ability to work approximately 2-3 shifts per week with flexibility for rotating AM shifts (6AM-2PM), PM shifts (11:30-7:30), weekends and holidays
- Compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines
- Adherence to all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and other local, state and federal regulations
- Ability to perform physical tasks in a noisy, hot and cold kitchen environment
- Increased security clearance through FBI fingerprinting, criminal background check, and Child Protective Services registry search for positions in Children’s Pavilion
Job Qualifications
- Current City of Norfolk food handling training required at time of hire
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Prior food service experience preferred
- Excellent time management skills to complete work in a timely manner, able to shift priorities, able to work independently, able to work in a team setting and problem solve in a fast paced, fluid environment
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Demonstrates ability work to effectively within role, department, and organization
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player who takes initiative
- Possesses strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills as well as, the ability to interact and communicate effectively with diverse individuals, team members, various levels of management, internal and external customers
- Increased Security Clearance Required for Job Role in Children’s Pavilion: FBI fingerprinting, criminal background check, and Child Protective Services registry search
Job Duties
- Maintains a courteous, professional relationship with all organizational staff, patients, and families, and guests
- Sets up and dismantle assigned workstation(s): hot food, cold food area, salad bar, and coffee station to guarantee smooth operations
- Stocks and dismantles condiment areas, replenishes paper and china supplies, fills beverage machines, and brews coffee
- Sets up, operates, cleans, and dismantles dish machine
- Maintains merchandising in-service areas and replenishes vending machines
- Stores food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety, storage, and rotation procedures
- Performs continuous cleanup of work areas, equipment, and utensils
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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