Food Service Associate - Weekend

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Food Service Associate in Red Bank, NJ. This role involves preparing and delivering patient meals while ensuring high satisfaction in food and nutrition service.

The ideal candidate will exhibit strong customer service skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with a dedication to teamwork and continuous education in food service.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing patient needs is essential.
• Strong sense of accountability and teamwork focus are vital.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver patient meals while meeting strict deadlines.
• Assist with dishwashing and utility work as needed.
• Handle cash register and food assembly.

Skills

Ability to juggle tasks and meet deadlines

Good communication and customer service skills

Ability to learn quickly and adapt

Strong sense of accountability

Exceptional focus on teamwork

Dedication to ongoing education

Passion for delivering quality care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Food Service Associate prepares and delivers patient meals within strict deadlines while maintaining high level of patient satisfaction for food and nutrition. Responsibilities include preparation/assembly of meals, assisting with dishwashing and utility work and/or handling register.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to juggle tasks and meet deadlines
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs
• Strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers
• Exceptional focus on teamwork
• Dedication to ongoing education
• Ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Some experience in food service