Food Service Attendant

Providence Health & Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Attendant to join their team in Portland. This full-time role involves providing exceptional customer service in both cafe and patient dining settings. Ideal candidates will have a National Food Handler Card and experience in retail or patient dining, emphasizing food handling and customer interaction. The company offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional growth and well-being, ensuring employees are valued and empowered. Join a team that prioritizes patient-focused care and thrives on mutual respect and commitment.

Benefits

Free parking

TriMet annual pass

Medical Plan Assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

Lyra Caregiver Assistance program

Qualifications

• High level of customer service for patients and staff is essential.
• Experience in retail dining or patient dining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in cafe and patient dining services.
• Adhere to Service Excellence Standards of Behavior guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Handling

Cashiering

Barista Skills

Computer Experience

Patient Interaction

Education

National Food Handler Card

Job description

Food Service Attendant (full time, variable shift) at Providence Portland Medical Center.

This position works in the cafe and patient dining services.

Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free, convenient, and ample parking.
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford).
• Medical Plan Assistance Program - provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income.
• Tuition reimbursement/education – includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and master's degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap.
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year.
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/or Roth after-tax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance program - Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year.

General summary for all Food and Nutrition Service Roles: All Food Service staff must provide a high level of customer service for patients, family members, volunteers, physicians, and staff. The Service Excellence Standards of Behavior guidelines must be adhered to at all times.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• National Food Handler Card - State County City Authority upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year - Experience in retail dining or patient dining with emphasis on customer service and food handling.
• 1 year - Computer experience, patient interaction, and food service experience.
• Experience in health care facility or large food service operation.
• 1 year - Experience in or Dietary kitchen using 'therapeutic diets'.
• 1 year - Cashiering experience.
• 1 year - Barista experience.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About the company

Providence Health & Services is a not-for-profit, Catholic health care system operating multiple hospitals across seven states, with headquarters in Renton, Washington. The Providence affiliate family includes: Covenant Health, Facey Medical Group, Kadlec, Pacific Medical Centers, and Swedish Health Services.