Dietary Worker - Part-Time - Evenings/Weekends - Queens

Union 1199; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a part-time Dietary Worker for evenings and weekends in Queens. You will prepare and serve meals to patients, assist in kitchen areas, and help maintain a safe, clean food service environment while following dietary guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to lift and move heavy items. Food safety certification and prior food-service experience are preferred, with weekend coverage being essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Food safety certification and experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and lift heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients daily, respecting dietary needs.
• Perform routine tasks in kitchen, cafeteria, tray line, and dishwashing.
• Follow procedures to maintain efficiency, cleanliness, and safety.

Skills

Food Safety Certification

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Dishwasher operation

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

Start Date:

09/02/2026

End Date:

09/10/2026

Description:

Dietary Works Make It Possible

At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, the Dietary Workers deliver warm smiles, friendly conversations,and healthy meals that soothe the soul. Whether building meaningful relationships with patients and their families, working back of the house to prepare patient meals on the tray line, or working the Food Cart, theDietary Workers cultivate good health, healing, and comfort, while ensuring a welcoming environment day after day. If you’reready to bring warmth and customer service to the care of our patients and their families, explore the following position.

Dietary Worker - Part-Time - Evenings/Weekends - Queens

Join our dedicated team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional support and customer service to patients and their families. As a Dietary Worker, you’ll help create a compassionate, caring, and safe environment that ensures a positive experience for every patient, every time.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve meals to patients daily, ensuring dietary needs are met with care and attention
• Perform a variety of routine tasks in the kitchen, cafeteria, tray line, and dishwashing areas
• Follow standard practices and procedures to maintain efficiency, cleanliness, and safety

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be part of a mission-driven team focused on patient care
• Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Opportunities for growth and development

Position Details

• Location: NYP/Queens
• Status: Part-Time
• Shift: Weekdays, weekends, and holidays required. Varied days; every weekend required.
• Typical Hours: 3:45 PM–7:45 PM, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM, or 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Union Requirement: Registration with the 1199 Job Security Fund

Preferred Criteria

• Food Safety Certification
• Previous experience in food service
• Background in the hotel, restaurant or retail industry
• Strong customer service skills with a passion for putting patients first

Required Criteria

• High School Diploma
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, and follow oral/written instructions
• Proficiency in using various types of kitchen equipment, including dishwasher, cleaning equipment, servingutensils, toasters)
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and boxes and stand for extended periods of time

Salary Range:

$23.47-$25.55/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.