Food Service Assistant I — Patient Meals & Kitchen Safety

Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.; Christiana (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Food Service Assistant I at the Newark Campus to deliver nutritious meals and warm service to patients. You will assemble trays, maintain a clean kitchen, and support safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.

This casual role begins at $17.80 per hour with automatic increases after six months ($20.90) and after one year ($21.93). The position requires flexibility for rotating shifts and weekend/holiday work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Heart for service and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility for rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble patient meal trays with accuracy and care.
• Prepare trays for modified diets and understand dietary restrictions.
• Operate dishwashing and sanitation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow infection prevention protocols.
• Demonstrate ChristianaCare’s core values in every interaction.

Skills

High school diploma

Service-oriented

Team-oriented

Flexibility to work rotating shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

ChristianaCare is seeking a Food Service Assistant I at the Newark Campus to deliver nutritious meals and warm service to patients. You will assemble trays, maintain a clean kitchen, and support safe, efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.

This casual role begins at $17.80 per hour with automatic increases after six months ($20.90) and after one year ($21.93). The position requires flexibility for rotating shifts and weekend/holiday work.