Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $29.74
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
training programs
Job Description
MedStar Health, in partnership with Sodexo, operates a comprehensive healthcare dining service aimed at enhancing the patient experience in hospital settings through efficient and compassionate food service. MedStar Health is a leading healthcare provider known for its dedication to patient care, clinical excellence, and community health initiatives. Sodexo, a global leader in services that improve quality of life, brings extensive experience in food service management within healthcare environments. Together, they ensure that patients receive timely and nutritious meals, contributing positively to their recovery and overall hospital stay experience. The combined expertise of these companies reflects a strong commitment to quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.
The Healthcare Host/Hostess position is a vital role within this healthcare dining team, focused on delivering exceptional service to patients and hospital staff. This role involves managing the accurate and timely delivery of patient meal trays, assisting with meal setup at the bedside, and ensuring that patient dietary needs are met with care and professionalism. Beyond meal delivery, the Healthcare Host/Hostess is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining equipment and spaces, as well as handling cashiering duties in the cafeteria, which demands a courteous and efficient interaction with customers. This position requires a proactive approach to sanitation and safety, adhering strictly to governmental and accreditation regulations, as well as MedStar/Sodexo policies concerning food safety and infection control.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting multidisciplinary quality and service improvement initiatives, contributing to the achievement of departmental goals. Flexible and willing to perform a variety of duties, from restocking nourishment areas and operating technical equipment to participating in training programs and safety meetings, the Healthcare Host/Hostess helps ensure smooth and effective food service operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in the healthcare food service field, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and professionalism. The position provides a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $29.74, reflecting the importance and responsibility of this role within the healthcare environment. Overall, the Healthcare Host/Hostess is essential to creating a supportive and caring atmosphere that enhances patient well-being and satisfaction throughout their hospital experience.
The Healthcare Host/Hostess position is a vital role within this healthcare dining team, focused on delivering exceptional service to patients and hospital staff. This role involves managing the accurate and timely delivery of patient meal trays, assisting with meal setup at the bedside, and ensuring that patient dietary needs are met with care and professionalism. Beyond meal delivery, the Healthcare Host/Hostess is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining equipment and spaces, as well as handling cashiering duties in the cafeteria, which demands a courteous and efficient interaction with customers. This position requires a proactive approach to sanitation and safety, adhering strictly to governmental and accreditation regulations, as well as MedStar/Sodexo policies concerning food safety and infection control.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting multidisciplinary quality and service improvement initiatives, contributing to the achievement of departmental goals. Flexible and willing to perform a variety of duties, from restocking nourishment areas and operating technical equipment to participating in training programs and safety meetings, the Healthcare Host/Hostess helps ensure smooth and effective food service operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in the healthcare food service field, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and professionalism. The position provides a competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $29.74, reflecting the importance and responsibility of this role within the healthcare environment. Overall, the Healthcare Host/Hostess is essential to creating a supportive and caring atmosphere that enhances patient well-being and satisfaction throughout their hospital experience.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or ged preferred or equivalent preferred
- prior work experience not required
- related work experience preferred
- verbal and written communication skills
- basic computer skills preferred
- ability to maintain a positive attitude
- ability to communicate professionally with co-workers and other departments
- maintain professional relationships with coworkers and clients
- ability to provide clear directions and respond to co-workers
- basic food-handling skills
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or ged preferred or equivalent preferred
- verbal and written communication skills
- basic computer skills preferred
- presents self in a highly professional manner
- ability to maintain a positive attitude
- ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect
- maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers vendor representatives supervisors managers customers and client representatives
- ability to provide clear directions and respond to co-workers
- basic food-handling skills
Job Duties
- delivers carts to the correct floor or patient area
- serves trays to patients and determines if they need anything else
- assists customers with opening containers and cutting food when requested
- collects trays and places garbage and trash in designated containers
- records the amount and type of special food items served to patients
- brews coffee and tea
- may be required to restock other beverage areas
- interacts with customers in the serving and dining areas
- may take orders in an expressly for you (efy) environment
- may assemble and deliver patient trays in an efy environment
- replenish floor stock
- attends all allergy and food borne illness in-service training
- complies with all medstar/sodexo haccp policies and procedures
- reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
- complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures
- participates in regular safety meetings safety training and hazard assessments
- attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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