Food Service Tech

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Health insurance after 30 days of emol

401(k) with company match

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement (CDM programs)

Training incentives

Uniforms provided

CMS 5-Star Rating

Great Place to Work Certified

Job summary

NHC Dickson is seeking a Food Service Tech to join our Food and Nutrition Services team in Dickson, TN. You will help provide excellent meal service while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and supporting daily dining operations.

Ideal candidates are team players who take pride in a clean environment and are eager to learn and grow in a supportive healthcare setting. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the department.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment
• Keep the dish room, kitchen, and dining areas clean and organized
• Assist with meal preparation, tray assembly, and food service
• Help with dining room setup and cleanup
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and supplies
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures
• Provide friendly and respectful service to patients, residents, visitors, and team members
• Support the Food and Nutrition Services team wherever needed

Job description

Come Join Us as a Food Service Tech at NHC Dickson — No Late Nights. No Nashville Traffic. A Job That Truly Matters.

Location: 812 N Charlotte St, Dickson, TN 37055

Pay: $14–$16 per hour, depending on experience

Are you looking for a secure, stable job with consistent hours and long-term opportunities? At NHC Dickson, you will work in a supportive healthcare environment where the work you do makes a meaningful difference in the lives of others every day.

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Food Service Tech to join our exceptional Food and Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will help provide excellent meal service while supporting kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, food preparation, and daily dining operations.

Ideal candidates enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in maintaining a clean and organized environment, have a heart for serving rehab and healthcare patients, and are eager to learn and grow.

What You’ll Do

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment
• Keep the dish room, kitchen, and dining areas clean and organized
• Assist with meal preparation, tray assembly, and food service
• Help with dining room setup and cleanup
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and supplies
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures
• Provide friendly and respectful service to patients, residents, visitors, and team members
• Support the Food and Nutrition Services team wherever needed

Why Work At NHC Dickson

• Free meal every shift
• Competitive wages
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Health Savings Account with $600 contributed annually by NHC
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible scheduling
• Earned paid time off, sick time, and family sick time
• Basic and advanced culinary training opportunities
• ServSafe Manager certification paid for by the company
• Tuition reimbursement, including Certified Dietary Manager programs
• Training completion incentives
• Rewards for excellent performance
• Free uniforms
• No late nights
• Early and same-day pay options
• Promotion and growth opportunities within the department
• Fun, fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• CMS 5-Star Rating
• Great Place to Work Certified

NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.