Compassionate Patient Meal Aide

Rawlins County Health Center; Atwood (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Rawlins County Health Center in Atwood, KS seeks a Food Service Assistant to support meal preparation and tray assembly for patients. You will clean kitchen areas, operate the dishwasher, and assist with dietary needs under physician orders, following hospital policies.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality of patient information, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and maintain accurate temperature

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school education or GED.
• Minimum Experience: Prefer prior experience in large-scale food preparation and knowledge of special diets but will train otherwise qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and serves patient trays based on established schedule and procedures.
• Cleans kitchen area and cooking utensils; operates dishwasher to ensure cleanliness.
• Prepares coffee and assists with food service tasks as needed.
• Loads, transports, and cleans food carts; maintains department records and files as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Adaptability

Creativity

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rawlins County Health Center in Atwood, KS seeks a Food Service Assistant to support meal preparation and tray assembly for patients. You will clean kitchen areas, operate the dishwasher, and assist with dietary needs under physician orders, following hospital policies.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality of patient information, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and maintain accurate temperature