Food Service Associate | Per Diem/As Needed | Newark Wayne Community Hospital

Rochester Regional Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a dependable Food Service Associate for Newark-Wayne Community Hospital to support patient meals and dining services.

You will assemble meals, deliver carts, restock supplies, and maintain clean, safe work areas while following safety standards. Per diem hours include evenings and weekends; pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in food handling and sanitation per safety standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble patient, resident, and customer meals per diet specifications.
• Deliver food carts to units and maintain good customer relations.
• Maintain organization of coolers, freezers, and dry storage.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and proper PPE.
• Replenish stations for next meal or shift.
• Uphold hygiene and professional appearance.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Ability to follow instructions

Food service experience

Job description

Job Title: Food Service Associate
Department: Food & Nutrition Services
Location: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital

1200 Driving Park Avenue, Newark, NY
Hours Per Week: Per Diem (As Needed)
Schedule:Evenings Mon-Fri 4:15p-8p and Weekends: 6:30am-2:30pm

*Would like someone with full availability to work Weekends*

SUMMARY:

As a Food Service Associate, you will perform necessary food service duties related to preparation and service of food to patients, residents and customers of RRH facilities.

Assembly of all patient, resident and customer meals or nourishments according to menu and diet specifications while utilizing proper food handling practices in a timely and organized manner.

Responsible for the delivery of food carts, to and from the units while maintaining excellent customer relations.

Responsible for accurate delivery and filling of supplies to units as required.

Assist with maintaining organization of the coolers, freezers, and dry storage to facilitate inventory control.

Maintain work areas in a safe, sanitary and orderly manner, demonstrating proper equipment use and sanitation techniques.

Replenish work stations and supplies for the next meal or shift.

Responsible for safe operation of food service equipment and utilizing personal protective equipment according to manufacturer labels and SDS information.

Maintain a positive representation of Food and Nutrition Services through professionalism, hygiene and uniform.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• None.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation preferred.

• Previous food service experience preferred.

• Able to prioritize and follow verbal and written instructions highly preferred.

• Customer service driven highly desired.

Rochester Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Aff ...

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - These roles require a combination of movement and stationary work, including frequent standing, walking, and moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Tasks may involve repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, or pulling, along with maintaining awareness in high-traffic or operational areas. Visual focus and spatial awareness are critical in facilities, logistics, or support settings. Emotional demands include managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Environmental exposures may include equipment noise, shared workspaces, and occasional proximity to hazardous areas. Physical capability screening may be required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$16.00 - $18.00

CITY:

Newark

POSTAL CODE:

14513

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.