Food Service Aid

National HealthCare Corporation; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Uniforms

Career development and advancement

Earned Time Off

Holiday incentive pay

Same-day pay option

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Columbia is seeking a dependable Food Service Tech to join our dietary team. This full-time role supports quality meal service for patients and residents while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

We are looking for a team-oriented individual who takes pride in providing excellent service and making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve. The shift runs 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., with rotating weekends, in Columbia, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Willingness to work the 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. shift, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals according to menus and dietary instructions.
• Prepare meal trays and ensure timely, accurate delivery.
• Assist with dining room setup, service and cleanup.
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware and equipment.
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen, dining, storage areas.
• Store food and supplies safely and follow safe handling practices.
• Follow sanitation, infection control, safety and NHC procedures.
• Provide courteous, professional service to patients, residents, families, visitors and partners.
• Assist dietary team with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Sanitation procedures

Job description

NHC HealthCare Columbia
Columbia, TN 38401, USA

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: FOODS042807

Description

Food Service Tech

Join Our Team at NHC HealthCare Columbia

NHC HealthCare Columbia is seeking a dependable and caring Food Service Tech to join our dietary team! This full-time position supports quality meal service for patients and residents while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

We are looking for a team-oriented individual who takes pride in providing excellent service and making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and serving meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.

Prepare meal trays and ensure meals are delivered accurately and on time.

Assist with dining room setup, meal service, and cleanup.

Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and food service equipment.

Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen, dining, storage, and food preparation areas.

Properly store food and supplies while following safe food handling practices.

Follow sanitation, infection control, safety, and NHC procedures.

Provide courteous and professional service to patients, residents, families, visitors, and fellow partners.

Assist the dietary team with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Strong customer service and communication skills.

Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

Willingness to work the scheduled 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. shift, including rotating weekends.

Previous food service or healthcare experience preferred but not required.

At NHC, we value our partners and offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being.

Competitive pay starting at $15.00 per hour

Same-day pay option

Holiday incentive pay

Earned Time Off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Uniforms

Career development and advancement opportunities

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position, employment status, location, and applicable benefit plans.

Why NHC?

For more than 50 years, NHC has been committed to providing quality care and creating meaningful experiences for the patients, residents, families, and communities we serve.

At NHC HealthCare Columbia , you will be part of a supportive team that values compassion, teamwork, integrity, and excellence. Every role contributes to the well-being of our patients and residents, and our Food Service Techs play an important part in making each day a positive experience.

Skills

Preferred

Training - Food and Nutrition Expert

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