Food Service Associate / SEIU - D / FT

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals to patients and visitors. In this vital role, you will ensure the highest standards of food handling and sanitation while interacting with customers to provide excellent service. Your contributions will be essential in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment, and you will have the opportunity to assist in various catering functions. Join a team that values quality and service, making a positive impact on the health and well-being of others.

Qualifications

• Experience in food services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients and visitors while maintaining sanitation.
• Utilize proper food handling and storage techniques as per guidelines.
• Interact with patients and staff to ensure service continuity.

Skills

Food Handling

Sanitation Practices

Customer Service

Job description

Prepares and serves meals to patients, employees, visitors, and catering customers. Maintains sanitation of equipment and work areas.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Utilizes proper food handling, portioning and food storage techniques according to departmental standards/policy and regulatory guidelines. (20%)
2. Maintains, assembles and stocks adequate levels of food items, products and supplies. (20%)
3. Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods and appropriate chemicals. Complies with all safety and infection control guidelines. (20%)
4. Interacts and serves patients, visitors, and employees, to ensure continuity of service. (20%)
5. Performs all other duties as assigned but not limited to cashier and/or catering functions and cart transport. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred

• Experience in food services preferred.