Food Service Worker - Ojai - Benefitted Regular Part-time position

Community Memorial Healthcare is a well-established, community-focused health system dedicated to providing compassionate and award-winning care to the residents of Ventura County and its surroundings. The system was formed in 2005 through the merger of Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura and Ojai Valley Community Hospital, creating a robust network of primary and specialty care health centers that serve various communities across west Ventura County. This not-for-profit organization is community-owned, meaning it operates independently of corporate or governmental entities and is committed to answering directly to the communities it serves rather than shareholders. Community Memorial Healthcare has earned significant recognition for its commitment to patient experience excellence, including being honored with the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades, placing it among the top 15% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 13 hospitals in Southern California to receive this distinction.

The position offered is a Cafeteria Service Worker role that plays a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of cafeteria services within the healthcare environment. This role involves attending to cafeteria service needs, preparing food, and strictly adhering to proper sanitation procedures to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety. Given the healthcare setting, excellent customer service skills are highly valued, as workers interact frequently with patients, visitors, and staff. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $24.00, representing the full pay range, with new hires typically placed below the midpoint based on their specific skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.

This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in contributing to the overall patient and visitor experience in a healthcare setting. Working in the cafeteria at a leading healthcare system like Community Memorial Healthcare means that those in this role have an important part in supporting the health system’s mission of extraordinary patient care supported by extraordinary teams. In addition to the meaningful nature of the work, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports their well-being and professional growth. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a retirement plan; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and access to employee assistance programs, among others.

Community Memorial Healthcare’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion means that the workplace is welcoming to everyone, regardless of background, and values the contributions of all employees. Prospective employees have the opportunity to join a team that emphasizes community involvement, patient-centered care, and continuous personal and career development. The cafeteria service worker position is a vital entry point into the healthcare environment, offering meaningful work and the chance to grow within an organization that values employees and the communities they serve.