Food Service Technician

Boone Memorial Hospital; Madison (WV); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Boone Memorial Health is seeking a dependable Food Service Technician to join our Dietary Services team in Madison, WV. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals to patients, residents, visitors, and staff while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Join a fast-paced kitchen focused on quality meals, accurate portions, and excellent customer service. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to dietary guidelines, and daily cleaning duties to ensure a positive dining experience for all.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain one within required timeframe.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve hot and cold food items following recipes, dietary guidelines, and portion guidelines.
• Review menus and assist with meal preparation to meet dietary needs.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards per HACCP and infection prevention.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Receive, stock, and rotate food and supplies while assisting with inventory and food orders.
• Assist with cafeteria operations, including operating the cash register and providing friendly customer service.
• Complete daily cleaning and sanitation responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with fellow team members and other departments to provide an excellent dining experience.

Skills

Strong customer service

Teamwork skills

English communication

Basic math and computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Hospital Campus Headquarters - Madison, WV 25130Position Type: Full TimeJoin Our Team

Boone Memorial Health is looking for a dependable and team-oriented Food Service Technician to join our Dietary Services team. In this role, you'll help prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals to our patients, residents, visitors, and staff while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, take pride in preparing quality food, and are passionate about providing excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve hot and cold food items following standardized recipes, therapeutic diets, and portion guidelines.
• Review menus and assist with meal preparation to ensure patients receive meals that meet their dietary needs.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards by following HACCP, infection prevention, and departmental procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Receive, stock, and rotate food and supplies while assisting with inventory and food orders.
• Assist with cafeteria operations, including operating the cash register and providing friendly customer service.
• Complete daily cleaning and sanitation responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with fellow team members and other departments to provide an excellent dining experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Food Handler's Card or the ability to obtain one within the required timeframe.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Preferred

• Two (2) years of experience in quantity food preparation, healthcare food service, restaurant, cafeteria, or institutional food service.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, including hot and cold kitchen areas.

Why Boone Memorial Health?

At Boone Memorial Health, we believe every team member contributes to the patient experience. Our Dietary Services team plays an important role in supporting healing by providing nutritious, high-quality meals with compassion and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boone Memorial Health provides equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, prejudice, or behavior of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, family medical history or genetic information, past or present military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.