Food Service Assistant

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercyhealth's Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford in Illinois is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant to help maintain a clean, safe cafeteria and patient meal service. You will collect trays, operate the dishwashing equipment, and ensure sanitation across kitchen areas.

This role requires reliability, ability to stand for long periods, and flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and overtime during peak periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to perform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient trays from rooms and return carts to kitchen.
• Operate the dishwashing machine and clean pots, pans, and utensils.
• Perform daily/weekly cleaning tasks and sanitize work areas.
• Adhere to department safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Sanitation procedures

Job description

## Food Service AssistantApply: Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford, IL: Part time: Posted Today: 2026-03578**Overview**Performs daily kitchen and cafeteria duties to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, residents, customers, and partners while providing quality service. Operates dishwashing equipment, washes pots and pans, and cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment and work areas. Maintains cleanliness and organization while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Performs additional duties as assigned and remains flexible to work alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime during peak periods. Adapts to scheduling changes and work area assignments based on departmental and organizational needs. **Schedule:** Part Time **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Collects patient trays from rooms, stacks dirty dishes on cart and returns cart to kitchen.* Operates dish machine* Performs daily / weekly cleaning tasks* Washes and sanitizes dishes, pots and pans.* Takes and records equipment temperatures* Cleans and sanitizes work area, tables, and cabinets.* Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers.* Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations* Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, and proper hair coverings) **Education and Experience**High school diploma or equivalent preferred.**PAY RANGE:**$15.60 - $22.62Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities