Food Service Associate, Nutritional Services (Per Diem, Variable Shift))

Adventist Health; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Delano is seeking a per diem Food Service Cashier responsible for operating the POS, delivering meals, and stocking supplies. The role includes setting up patient trays and maintaining clean, organized work areas within Nutritional Services.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school education (GED) and a preference for an Associate/Technical degree. ServSafe or FH-efoodcard is required in CA/HI.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED preferred.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience preferred.
• SERV Safe certification or equivalent preferred in CA and HI
• ServSafe or FH-efoodcard required

Responsibilities

• Receives, prepares, and delivers customer orders in efficient manner; performs routine tasks related to preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen area and utensils.
• Operates cash register and stocks restaurant supplies when needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in work area and promptly reports maintenance or repair needs; maintains cleaning and temperature log; cleans kitchen areas and cooking utensils; operates dishwashing, peeling and other mechanical equipment.
• Sets up and serves patient trays; carries dishes between kitchen and serving lines; transports and stores supplies; washes and cuts vegetables and fruits.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Cashier duties

Customer service

Food service

Education

High School or GED

Associate/Technical degree

Job description

Focused on growth and technological expertise since 1974, Adventist Health Delano is a full-service community and regional teaching hospital. We are comprised of a 156-bed medical center serving 10 rural Central California cities with primary and specialty care services. Delano is central to all that California has to offer and is the second-largest city in Kern County. A nice balance of small-town community and cultural diversity, Delano offers vitality and energy to our community.

Job Summary

Operates the restaurant point of sale system as the cashier, stocks restaurant supplies, ensures proper set up, cleans and stocks food inventories, maintains cleanliness of public areas, maintains and delivers customer needs and service.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• SERV Safe certification or equivalent: Preferred in CA and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• SERVSAFE OR FH-efoodcard: Required

Essential Functions

• Receives, prepares, and delivers customer orders in efficient manner. Performs a variety of simple and routine tasks related to the preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen area and cooking utensils.
• Operates cash register and stocks restaurant supplies when needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in work area and promptly reports needed maintenance or repair of equipment. Maintains the cleaning and temperature log. Cleans the kitchen areas and cooking utensils. Operates dishwashing, peeling and other mechanical equipment.
• Sets up and serves patient trays. Carries dishes and foods between kitchen and serving lines. Transports and stores supplies. Washes and cuts vegetables and fruits.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 70119

Job Category : Associate

Posting Date : 2026-08-10T18:17:12+00:00

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations : Delano, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $25.00 to $29.56. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Nutritional Services

Shift Length : Menu of Options