Evening Patient Meal Service Associate

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Food Service Worker to support patient nutrition operations by preparing, assembling, delivering, and retrieving meal trays while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. You will work closely with patients, caregivers, and nutrition services staff to ensure accurate meal delivery and a positive dining experience.

Shifts are variable between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM, and every other weekend is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred; minimum 18 years old.
• Prior experience in a high-volume, fast-paced food service environment preferred.
• Must read/speak/write English and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and deliver patient meal trays accurately and on time.
• Verify patient identity and ensure meals are delivered to the correct location.
• Retrieve meal trays and maintain tray line work areas.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils using commercial dishwashing equipment.
• Separate and dispose of trash, compost, and recycling according to department procedures.
• Stock supplies and rotate inventory following food safety standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary work areas while providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Reliability

Sanitation safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Food Service Worker to support patient nutrition operations by preparing, assembling, delivering, and retrieving meal trays while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. You will work closely with patients, caregivers, and nutrition services staff to ensure accurate meal delivery and a positive dining experience.

Shifts are variable between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM, and every other weekend is required.