Evening Hospital Food Service Specialist

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital is seeking a Food Service Assistant to create a welcoming dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain sanitation, and support daily food service operations. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit and reports to the Executive Chef.

Schedule: Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 4:15pm - 7:15pm; Onsite location at 30 Locust Street; 15 weekly hours; Evening shift; Regular employee type.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Previous food preparation and service experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food, beverages, and snacks in cafeteria and patient areas.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assemble and deliver patient meal trays meeting dietary and quality standards.
• Operate cash register and process transactions accurately.
• Maintain clean, sanitary food service, kitchen, and dining areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines for a safe environment.
• Restock supplies and rotate inventory; notify leadership of shortages.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Support catering, tray line operations, and other department tasks.
• Collaborate with Nutrition Services and clinical teams to enhance patient experience.

Skills

Follow instructions

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Cooley Dickinson Hospital is seeking a Food Service Assistant to create a welcoming dining experience for patients, visitors, and staff. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain sanitation, and support daily food service operations. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit and reports to the Executive Chef.

Schedule: Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 4:15pm - 7:15pm; Onsite location at 30 Locust Street; 15 weekly hours; Evening shift; Regular employee type.