Food Preparation Worker

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Food Preparation Worker for University Hospital. The role involves setting up workstations and preparing salads, sandwiches, fruit and desserts for patient and cafeteria meals, with portions and proper storage of foods.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean work area and equipment, and showing the Intensive Caring philosophy in interactions with patients, visitors, and staff. Regular shifts with varying hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and to read and write simple sentences.
• 100 hours training in use of kitchen equipment and food production practices (or 1 month experience).
• Must pass physical exam.
• Must have basic computer skills and previous food service experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstation(s) and prepare and portion salads, sandwiches, fruit and desserts for patient and cafeteria meals.
• Portion and assemble food for trays and correctly store all foods.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Demonstrate the 'Intensive Caring' philosophy in interactions with patients, visitors and staff.

Skills

Basic math

Reading/writing simple sentences

Basic computer skills

Food service experience

Education

100 hours training in kitchen equipment and food production practices

Job description

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Job Title: Food Preparation Worker

Department: University Hospital | Food Service Administration

Job Description Scope of Position

The Department of Nutrition & Dietetics administers quality nutritional care and food service operations for all the patients, personnel, and visitors in the OSU hospitals in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The Department coordinates activities to enhance patient and staff satisfaction.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for setting up workstation(s), preparing and portioning salads, sandwiches, fruit and dessert for patient and cafeteria meals. Portions and assembles food for trays, and correctly stores all foods. Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment and demonstrates the "Intensive Caring" philosophy in interactions with patients, visitors and staff. Position may work in Central Kitchen, Season?s Cafe Deli, or Patient Hospitality Centers.

Minimum Education Required and Qualifications

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and to read and write simple sentences; or equivalent;
• 100 hours training in use of kitchen equipment and food production practices (or 1 month experience);
• Must pass physical exam;
• Must have basic computer skills and previous food service experience desired.

Additional Information

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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