Food Service Worker II

The hiring establishment is a comprehensive food service provider operating within a healthcare environment based in Rochester. This company specializes in delivering a full range of cafeteria-style and retail food services to hospital visitors, employees, and patients. With an emphasis on quality and efficient service, the organization supports the healthcare community by ensuring nutritious and timely meals are available in various service areas, including cafeteria, coffee house, deli, catering, salad bar, and more. As a full-time food service provider, this facility prides itself on maintaining high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. The working environment is dynamic and requires versatility, as staff members may be called to work across multiple service lines depending on daily needs.

This role is a full-time position offering 40 hours per week in various shifts as assigned. The salary range for the position is competitive, starting from $19.24 up to $23.77 per hour. The actual wage within this range depends on multiple individual factors such as education, prior experience, qualifications, expertise, market data, and internal equity considerations. The employment status is permanent, providing a stable opportunity for career growth within food services in a prominent healthcare setting.

The Food Service Worker position entails diverse responsibilities spanning several food service functions. Daily duties involve working in the cafeteria, coffee house, deli, catering, salad bar, tray passing, cold food preparation, and storeroom management. Workers are expected to demonstrate flexibility, covering retail operations as needed while specializing in specific areas over time. The job also includes tasks such as passing trays, performing dish room duties, preparing individual foods and boxed meals, and restocking supplies to maintain smooth operation throughout the shift. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, hygiene standards, and a commitment to customer service excellence.

Candidates aligning with this role typically have a high school diploma or GED preferred, but equivalent experience is also acceptable. Six months of related food service experience or alternatively six months of healthcare hospitality experience with competency verification is a prerequisite. This role does not currently mandatorily require specific licenses or certifications but emphasizes the ability to learn and cover multiple functional areas effectively. The successful candidate will support an essential service that contributes to the health and well-being of a diverse population comprising hospital staff, patients, and visitors. This position offers a valuable opportunity for those seeking work in food service within a supportive and growth-oriented healthcare hospitality environment.