Food Service Room Svc/Diet Rep - Per Diem

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Work/Life balance with flexible sched

Referral Rewards Program

Job summary

Holy Cross Health is seeking a Part-time Food Service Room Service/Diet Rep at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD. This role handles patient meal orders, coordinates diet changes, and updates order systems, with rotating shifts and weekend commitments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (or equivalent) and strong communication skills, including proficiency in basic arithmetic and clerical tasks. Spanish is a plus. Competitive pay ranges with on-site parking available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 4 years of related work experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly by phone, in person or in writing.
• Able to read and write simple to moderate English.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic.
• Proficient with common clerical tools and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process patient meal order requests from patients, family, nurses and staff.
• Coordinate diet orders with meal preferences, tray assembly, delivery and nourishments.
• Update computer, printouts and room services order system as needed.
• Handle patient/family initiated orders and assist those needing help.
• Support Holy Cross Hospital mission and operations.

Skills

Communication

English reading

Spanish (desired)

Arithmetic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Fax

Printer

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

Job Title: Food Service Room Svc/Diet Rep

Employment Type: PRN / Per-Diem (Non-benefited)

Shift: Rotating (Various / Mixed - with every other weekend commitment)

Location: Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, Maryland

Position Purpose:

• The Food Service Room Service/Diet Rep Obtains and processes patient meal order requests from patients, family, nursing staff and other hospital staff.

As a “Food Service Room Service/Diet Rep ” you will:

• Assist with the coordination of diet orders and diet order changes with meal preferences, tray assembly, delivery, nourishments, tube feeding and supplements.
• Receives requests for diet changes via computer, fax or written format during down time.
• Makes necessary changes and updates computer, printout and Room Services order system as needed.
• Processes Room Service customer orders, including patient/family initiated orders and those patients requiring assistance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have or be pursuing high school diploma or equivalent four years of work-related experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and courteously via telephone, in person or in writing.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write simple and moderately complex instructions, correspondence, and memos in English.
• Ability to speak and communicate in Spanish is desired.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions.
• Ability to use common sense in carrying out written and oral instructions and solving problems.
• Ability to use computer, fax, printer, calculator, hands free telephone, copy machine, voicemail, paging systems, files and other related machines and clerical tools.
• Ability to learn, understand and communicate the Carbohydrate Counting and Protein Exchange systems.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.42

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Referral Rewards Program

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard toMinority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.