Food Service Worker - Retail Services - Part Time

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is dedicated to training the next generation of physicians and advancing scientific discovery while providing exceptional patient care. It serves a diverse community, caring for patients regardless of their financial situation, and is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care. The hospital’s environment is one of continuous learning and professional development, making it an inspiring workplace for those seeking to grow their careers in the healthcare field.

The position of Food Service Worker (Retail Services) at University Hospital plays a critical role in supporting the facility’s mission by ensuring efficient food service to staff, students, and visitors in various retail dining areas. The role involves assisting in station set-up, serving meals in a professional and efficient manner, and maintaining a clean and organized serving and dining environment. The Food Service Worker actively contributes to creating a friendly, welcoming, and safe atmosphere for all customers, emphasizing a patient-centered approach to service. They must communicate clearly to ensure understanding, respond promptly and effectively to complaints and concerns, and organize work processes to meet customer needs, including those of internal customers and co-workers.

In this role, the Food Service Worker is expected to consistently meet or exceed customer expectations by maintaining professional composure and working collaboratively with the team to ensure high service standards. Responsibilities include setting up designated food stations, preparing customer orders, conducting various cleaning and sanitation tasks, and participating in catering events and other retail venues as needed. The role requires compliance with federal, state, and local health codes as well as The Joint Commission standards.

University Hospital values employees who uphold its Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy. Food Service Workers must stay informed about current regulations and policies and perform other related duties as assigned. The expected salary range for this position is $17.63 to $18.67 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law, with final compensation based on experience and qualifications. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to join a respected healthcare institution while contributing to a positive dining experience and supporting healthcare professionals and patients alike.