Food Services Worker I - As needed

Houghton Hospital is a well-regarded healthcare facility located at 2200 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85748, dedicated to providing outstanding medical services to the local community. As part of its commitment to comprehensive healthcare, it includes various departments that ensure patient and visitor needs are met effectively, including a robust Cafeteria department. The hospital fosters a supportive work environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to the community's health and well-being. Known for its patient-centric approach, Houghton Hospital also values its staff by offering competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the healthcare and service sectors. This part-time role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible work schedules and involvement in a meaningful service environment.

The Food Services Worker I position at Houghton Hospital supports the daily operations of the Cafeteria department by preparing, presenting, and serving meals to customers in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner. This position is a part-time, as-needed (PRN) role where the schedule will be determined based on the needs of the department, primarily for the day shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits, as well as measuring and weighing ingredients to assist in meal preparation. They will also be tasked with safely transporting pans, kettles, and trays of food between workstations, stoves, and refrigerators, ensuring compliance with established safety and sanitation protocols.

In addition to food preparation duties, the Food Services Worker I will ensure proper food storage by following wrapping, dating, and rotation procedures such as First In/First Out (FIFO) to maintain food quality and safety. They will utilize approved recipes and production standards to guarantee appropriate food quality, portion control, and serving temperatures. Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the work area to meet sanitation standards is another essential function of this role, along with setting up and monitoring the serving line, recording food temperatures, and notifying chefs of any issues.

This role requires serving food items to customers in a professional and courteous manner, stocking pantry and refrigerator supplies daily, recording inventory and refrigerator temperatures, and assisting with meal tray preparation and delivery to designated areas. Collaboration with team members for efficient food service operations and customer satisfaction is a key part of daily responsibilities. Regular attendance and adherence to all hospital policies and standards are expected to maintain the high quality and safety of the Cafeteria services. Candidates must have 0-1 years of experience in food preparation or food services, basic knowledge of food safety standards, and a Food Handler's certification or equivalent as required by Arizona state regulations. Houghton Hospital offers benefits such as a matching 401(k) plan, opportunities for career advancement, rewards and recognition programs, as well as exclusive discounts and perks for its employees, making it a desirable place to work for those interested in healthcare-related food service roles.