Food Service Associate I - 32hrs/week

Bay Area Hospital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union UFCW affiliation

Job summary

Bay Area Hospital seeks a Food Service Associate I to support tray line activities, sanitize and restock the kitchen, and assist with patient meal delivery. The role requires reliable, punctual staff with safe food handling knowledge and ability to read recipes and follow FIFO procedures.

The position is part-time (32 hours/week) with opportunities for growth in ahospital setting and union UFCW affiliation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year hospital food service or restaurant experience preferred.
• Must obtain Oregon Food Handler or ServSafe certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, and pots & pans safely.
• Restock dishes and utensils; assist tray line activities.
• Deliver meal trays to patient rooms; verify patient IDs.
• Assist with catering events and general kitchen cleanup.
• Follow standardized recipes and maintain FIFO inventory.

Skills

Safe food handling

Punctuality

English literacy

Teamwork

Education

High school graduate

Oregon Food Handler certification

Food Manager certification

ServSafe certification

1 year hospital food service experience

Job description

## Food Service Associate I - 32hrs/weekApply: Bay Area Hospital: Part time: Posted Today: R6770**Time Type:**Part time**Hours per Pay Period:**64**Shift:**As Assigned**Minimum:**Depending on Experience**Maximum:**Depending on Experience(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)**Department:**Food Services**Current Bay Area Hospital Employee:** If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site.The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.**Job Description:**Food Service Associate IAssists with tray line activities and cleans, sanitizes and restocks areas of the kitchen/cafeteria**EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES**Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.**POSITION SUMMARY**Assists with tray line activities and cleans, sanitizes and restocks areas of the kitchen/cafeteria**PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Continually washes, sanitizes, and stores all dishes, utensils, and pots & pans, in a safe manner* Restocks dishes, utensils, and pots and pans in appropriate locations* Assists with patient tray line activities* Assist with cleanup of catering events* Cleans appropriate equipment* Prepares products according to standardized recipes for retail, patient care services, catering, and special functions* Follows time schedules for production and recipe cards* Works tray line* Fills & delivers supplies to units* Rotates & stocks needed areas by using the First in First out (FIFO) method* Deliver meal tray to patient bedside; verifies patient ID* Documents all needed information per department procedures* Assists in maintaining the appearance, safety and hygiene of the department* Utilizes correct portion control* Documents eyewash station operation* Documents appropriate temperatures and sanitizer strengths* Performs other duties as assigned**SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to follow all procedures for safe food handling & sanitation* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location* Proficient in the operation of a buffalo chopper, knives, mixers, blenders, measuring equipment, robot coupe, slicers, scales, induction warmer system, coffee makers, thermometers, can opener, portion control device, computer, telephone, and calculator* Knowledge of formula cards & their use* Proficient in portioning and garnishing* Knowledge of FIFO method of inventory control* Demonstrated ability to learn proper sanitation techniques, portion control, and tray line operation* Demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to follow all procedures for safe food handling & sanitation* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location* Ability to learn, retain and implement proper sanitation techniques, portion control, and tray line operation* Ability to read, write, and speak the English language* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide**EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES*** Must hold (or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire) an Oregon Food Handler, Food Manager certification or ServSafe certification* Able to read, write legibly, and converse in the English language* Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide* High school graduate or equivalent required* Oregon state driver’s license preferred**EXPERIENCE**One (1) year experience in hospital based food service or restaurant preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.**PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS*** Able to stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull, and bend frequently* Work may be done in uncomfortably high temperature and humidity, sometimes on wet surfaces* Ability to communicate effectively* May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.**EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES**Support the organization's mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Bay Area Hospital Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.**POSITION SUMMARY**Assists with tray line activities and cleans, sanitizes and restocks areas of the kitchen/cafeteria**PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Continually washes, sanitizes, and stores all dishes, utensils, and pots & pans, in a safe manner* Restocks dishes, utensils, and pots and pans in appropriate locations* Assists with patient tray line activities* Assist with cleanup of catering events* Cleans appropriate equipment* Prepares products according to standardized recipes for retail, patient care services, catering, and special functions* Follows time schedules for production and recipe cards* Works tray line* Fills & delivers supplies to units* Rotates & stocks needed areas by using the First in First out (FIFO) method* Deliver meal tray to patient bedside; verifies patient ID* Documents all needed information per department procedures* Assists in maintaining the appearance, safety and hygiene of the department* Utilizes correct portion control* Documents eyewash station operation* Documents appropriate temperatures and sanitizer strengths* Performs other duties as assigned**SKILLS AND ABILITIES*** Demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to follow all procedures for safe food handling & sanitation* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location* Proficient in the operation of a buffalo chopper, knives, mixers, blenders, measuring equipment, robot coupe, slicers, scales, induction warmer system, coffee makers, thermometers, can opener, portion control device, computer, telephone, and calculator* Knowledge of formula cards & their use* Proficient in portioning and garnishing* Knowledge of FIFO method of inventory control* Demonstrated ability to learn proper sanitation techniques, portion control, and tray line operation* Demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to follow all procedures for safe food handling & sanitation* Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location* Ability to learn, retain and implement proper sanitation techniques, portion control, and tray line operation* Ability to read, write, and speak the English language* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide**EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES*** Must hold (or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire) an Oregon Food Handler, Food Manager certification or ServSafe certification* Able to read, write legibly, and converse in the English language* Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide* High school graduate or equivalent required* Oregon state driver’s license preferred**EXPERIENCE**One (1) year experience in hospital based food service or restaurant preferred**GENERAL INFORMATION**Union Affiliation: UFCWThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.**PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS*** Able to stand, walk, stoop, reach, push, pull, and bend frequently* Work may be done in uncomfortably high temperature and humidity, sometimes on wet surfaces* Ability to communicate effectively* May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.**Compensation Grade:**UFCW**Compensation Grade Profile:**U024