Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $14.40 - $18.46
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
prescription drug coverage
Dental Insurance
State defined benefit retirement plan
Paid holidays
flexible schedules
Wellness Program
Job Description
The State of New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services operates New Hampshire Hospital, located in Concord, NH. New Hampshire Hospital is a key healthcare establishment providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals in need. The hospital is committed to delivering high-quality care with compassion and professionalism. As a state-operated institution, it offers a supportive and stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Working at New Hampshire Hospital means joining a team dedicated to improving community health outcomes and supporting patient recovery through various specialized programs and services.
The Food Service Worker II position at New Hampshire Hospital is a full-time role on the first shift, with hourly wages ranging from $14.40 to $18.46. This role is vital in ensuring that food preparation and distribution operations run smoothly within the hospital and its Brown Building Cafeteria. The primary responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of meals, managing food service carts, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the work and dining areas. The role demands attention to detail, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
Food Service Worker II plays a supportive but essential role in patient care by handling food service tasks that contribute to patient nutrition and satisfaction. This position entails preparing trays, labeling food items to ensure proper delivery, and operating equipment safely and responsibly. Employees in this role also help mentor new staff and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts within their department. With no formal certification required, the position supports individuals with basic education and values prior food service experience, such as waiter or waitress roles.
The New Hampshire Hospital provides an excellent employee benefits package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, state retirement plans, paid holidays, flexible work schedules, and wellness programs. Employees benefit from a supportive work atmosphere with opportunities for in-band advancement. This position is a great fit for individuals seeking stable employment within the public health sector, offering a meaningful way to contribute to community well-being in a structured and supportive environment.
The Food Service Worker II position at New Hampshire Hospital is a full-time role on the first shift, with hourly wages ranging from $14.40 to $18.46. This role is vital in ensuring that food preparation and distribution operations run smoothly within the hospital and its Brown Building Cafeteria. The primary responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of meals, managing food service carts, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the work and dining areas. The role demands attention to detail, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
Food Service Worker II plays a supportive but essential role in patient care by handling food service tasks that contribute to patient nutrition and satisfaction. This position entails preparing trays, labeling food items to ensure proper delivery, and operating equipment safely and responsibly. Employees in this role also help mentor new staff and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts within their department. With no formal certification required, the position supports individuals with basic education and values prior food service experience, such as waiter or waitress roles.
The New Hampshire Hospital provides an excellent employee benefits package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, state retirement plans, paid holidays, flexible work schedules, and wellness programs. Employees benefit from a supportive work atmosphere with opportunities for in-band advancement. This position is a great fit for individuals seeking stable employment within the public health sector, offering a meaningful way to contribute to community well-being in a structured and supportive environment.
Job Requirements
- Eighth grade education
- No licenses or certifications required
- No other specific requirements
- Ability to perform manual tasks related to food preparation and distribution
- Capacity to work full-time on first shift
- Strong commitment to safety and sanitation practices
- Good physical stamina to handle work duties
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Must be able to follow instructions and departmental guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Eighth grade education
- Six months experience as a waiter, waitress, dining room attendant or food service worker preferred
- Ability to follow safety regulations and departmental procedures
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to operate kitchen machinery safely
- Basic food handling knowledge
- Willingness to mentor new employees
- Commitment to quality improvement
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
Job Duties
- Assists in preparation of food including fruits and vegetables
- Makes beverages such as coffee and tea
- Assists in the distribution of food
- Prepares trays of food for distribution
- Writes labels on items to ensure delivery to proper unit and patient
- Delivers food carts to proper units within the hospital
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas and eating areas
- Cleans serving, cooking utensils and equipment
- Demonstrates knowledge of safe use of work area equipment
- Operates machinery appropriate to work area
- Reports breakdowns to supervisor
- Makes simple repairs as directed
- Cleans and maintains all equipment used
- Stores food in the refrigerator and freezer
- Stocks area with supplies
- Mentors new employees paying attention to procedures and safety regulations
- Removes waste from work area and disposes of it in prescribed manner
- Follows appropriate safety and health standards
- Participates in continuous quality improvement activities supporting unit and department goals
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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