Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.25 - $15.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Retention Bonus Program
loan forgiveness program
Challenging and rewarding work environment
competitive compensation
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription drug plans
401(k) with Company Match
discounted stock plan
Student loan refinancing program
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a comprehensive healthcare provider featuring a 495-bed facility serving Amarillo and surrounding areas. Known for balancing traditional healthcare values with cutting-edge technologies, it provides superior medical services within a community-oriented environment. Amarillo itself is valued for its scenic beauty, exemplified by the nearby Palo Duro Canyon, as well as its excellent recreational amenities and a strong educational system. Employees at Northwest Texas Healthcare System are not only part of a large health network but also embraced by a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere that emphasizes personal and professional excellence in patient care. The organization values dedicated professionals who align with its vision of exemplary healthcare and fosters a culture that supports both patient well-being and employee growth.
The Food Service Worker role at Northwest Texas Healthcare System entails significant responsibilities vital to patient care and sanitation within the food service department. Positioned as a full-time employment opportunity, this role involves delivering patient meals, managing sanitation tasks such as dishwashing and cart cleaning, and ensuring compliance with state health guidelines. This position demands a thorough understanding of proper food handling practices and the ability to maintain hygiene standards consistent with the regulations of the Texas Health Department, Medicare, and The Joint Commission. The Food Service Worker is accountable for tasks that directly impact patient nutrition and safety, including the correct assembly and delivery of food trays, verification of meal accuracy, rotation of floor stock, and maintenance of kitchen and service area cleanliness.
More than just food delivery, this role supports the nutritional care team by ensuring meals are accessible and appealing to patients, which includes pouring beverages and arranging trays for optimal patient use. The Food Service Worker must be vigilant in identifying expired food products to uphold quality standards and contribute to the overall operational efficiency of the dietary department. Participation in department meetings is also essential, fostering communication and continuous improvement within the team. This role contributes to an environment where patient satisfaction and compliance with health regulations are paramount, offering a rewarding career path within a respected and growing healthcare system backed by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a Fortune 500 company with a strong presence in hospital and healthcare services across the United States and beyond. Benefits for the Food Service Worker include competitive compensation packages, paid time off, and access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, among other perks designed to support a well-rounded employment experience.
The Food Service Worker role at Northwest Texas Healthcare System entails significant responsibilities vital to patient care and sanitation within the food service department. Positioned as a full-time employment opportunity, this role involves delivering patient meals, managing sanitation tasks such as dishwashing and cart cleaning, and ensuring compliance with state health guidelines. This position demands a thorough understanding of proper food handling practices and the ability to maintain hygiene standards consistent with the regulations of the Texas Health Department, Medicare, and The Joint Commission. The Food Service Worker is accountable for tasks that directly impact patient nutrition and safety, including the correct assembly and delivery of food trays, verification of meal accuracy, rotation of floor stock, and maintenance of kitchen and service area cleanliness.
More than just food delivery, this role supports the nutritional care team by ensuring meals are accessible and appealing to patients, which includes pouring beverages and arranging trays for optimal patient use. The Food Service Worker must be vigilant in identifying expired food products to uphold quality standards and contribute to the overall operational efficiency of the dietary department. Participation in department meetings is also essential, fostering communication and continuous improvement within the team. This role contributes to an environment where patient satisfaction and compliance with health regulations are paramount, offering a rewarding career path within a respected and growing healthcare system backed by Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a Fortune 500 company with a strong presence in hospital and healthcare services across the United States and beyond. Benefits for the Food Service Worker include competitive compensation packages, paid time off, and access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, among other perks designed to support a well-rounded employment experience.
Job Requirements
- High school graduate or GED preferred
- Must successfully complete the pre-employment assessment
- Prefer successful completion of Step One of the Certified Dietary Manager course
- Must be able to read and comprehend
- Typing and basic computer skills preferred
- Ability to communicate with staff, physicians, support agencies, and vendors
- Ability to remain calm under stress
- Physical ability including bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting, lifting weights between 10-30 lbs, grasping, fine hand-eye coordination, pushing and pulling, prolonged standing or sitting
- Ability to perform quantitative mathematical operations
- Must tolerate exposure to cold in refrigerators and freezers, fumes from chemicals, cooking odors, gases and odors from patient rooms
- Potential hazards include cuts from knives and meat slicers and burns from cooking and heating surfaces
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED preferred
- Successful completion of pre-employment assessment required
- Prefer completion of Step One of the Certified Dietary Manager course for Food Service Worker
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions
- Typing and basic computer skills preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, physicians, vendors, and others
- Ability to remain calm under stress
- Quantitative and mathematical ability
- Physical ability to perform tasks including bending, kneeling, lifting 10-30 lbs, grasping, and prolonged standing or sitting
Job Duties
- Delivers food trays to patient’s room and provides service including pouring beverages and arranging trays
- Checks patient trays before leaving the kitchen to ensure accuracy with no more than one error per day
- Gathers and delivers floor stock and rotates stock in the nurse unit refrigerator, discarding outdated products
- Washes dishes, pans, and utensils for patients, cafeteria, and catering
- Sanitizes patient carts daily
- Empties trash in the food service area
- Ensures compliance with state, Medicare, and Joint Commission regulations
- Regularly attends and actively participates in department meetings
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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