Food Service Aide

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center; Town of Perinton (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center in Fairport, NY is hiring a Food Service Worker to join the dietary team. This part-time position offers a pay of $16.00 per hour and a schedule of 2–3 shifts per week.

The role involves supporting meal service and maintaining a clean dining environment for residents. The candidate should be dependable, able to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting, and capable of following food safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of eighth grade or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization.
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Keep kitchen, storage, and workstations clean and organized.
• Assist with food preparation and portioning per menus and guidelines.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.
• Monitor dishwashing equipment and sanitation standards.
• Clean and sanitize beverage stations, serving areas, and carts.
• Assist with meal service and ensure proper serving procedures.
• Transport food, supplies, and carts to resident areas as assigned.
• Restock supplies and maintain refrigerators and storage areas.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and workplace safety procedures.
• Collaborate with dietary team and other departments to meet resident needs.
• Complete assigned duties and assist with additional tasks as directed.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Follow instructions

Overtime willingness

Independent work

Education

Eighth grade

HS diploma preferred

Job description

Now Hiring: Food Service Worker

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center | Fairport, NY

Pay: $16.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: 2–3 shifts per week

Join Our Dietary Team!

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center is seeking a dependable and hardworking Food Service Worker to join our team! If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, we encourage you to apply.

Our food service team plays an important role in providing nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for our residents. We are looking for team players who take pride in their work and are committed to providing quality service.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, storage areas, and workstations.

• Assist with food preparation and portioning according to menus, recipes, and production guidelines.

• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.

• Monitor dishwashing equipment and follow established sanitation standards.

• Clean and sanitize beverage stations, serving areas, equipment, and food service carts.

• Assist with meal service and ensure food is served according to established procedures.

• Transport food, supplies, and meal carts to designated resident areas as assigned.

• Restock supplies and maintain organized refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas.

• Follow all food safety, infection control, and workplace safety procedures.

• Work collaboratively with the dietary team and other departments to support resident needs.

• Complete assigned duties and assist with additional tasks as directed by the Food Service Supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of eighth grade; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous food service, restaurant, or institutional dining experience is helpful but not required.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.

• Dependable, flexible, and willing to learn.

• Ability to follow instructions and established food safety procedures.

• Ability to work beyond scheduled hours when necessary.

What We Offer

• $16.00 per hour

• Part-time schedule of 2–3 shifts per week

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives

• An opportunity to gain valuable food service experience in a healthcare setting