Cafeteria Nutrition Aide — Patient Dining (Full-Time)

Clay County Hospital; Flora (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Clay County Hospital is seeking a cafeteria worker to manage the lunch shift, handle the cash register, and prepare cold items for patient trays. You will ensure adherence to therapeutic diets when required and deliver items to various departments with a focus on friendly, timely service.

The role requires standing for long periods, light lifting, and basic food prep tasks, with a daytime shift from 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, Sunday through Saturday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; reading/writing/oral communication competency required if not.
• Must obtain Food Handler's Certificate within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate cash register and handle cash transactions during lunch service.
• Prepare cold items for patient trays and assist with desserts and salads.
• Ensure patient diet orders are followed and communicated to staff.
• Deliver items to other departments and assist in food prep as needed.
• Wait on cafeteria customers and maintain friendly, timely service.
• Wash dishes and keep workspaces clean and sanitized.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Cooperation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler's Certificate within 30 days

Job description

Clay County Hospital is seeking a cafeteria worker to manage the lunch shift, handle the cash register, and prepare cold items for patient trays. You will ensure adherence to therapeutic diets when required and deliver items to various departments with a focus on friendly, timely service.

The role requires standing for long periods, light lifting, and basic food prep tasks, with a daytime shift from 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, Sunday through Saturday.