FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a Food Service Worker in Birmingham, AL, to serve a variety of food items to employees, guests, patients and others. Must have ServSafe or Food Handler certification and be available for an 8-day orientation from 8a-4p without interruptions.

Under supervision, you will assist in meal service, maintain cleanliness, monitor temperatures, and help with sanitation and inventory. Training will cover standard recipes and age-specific patient needs.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred.
• One year experience in quantity food preparation. Food Handler Card or ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills. Must be able to read, write, make simple calculations and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have formal on-the-job training in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needs, storage of food supplies, requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Must have knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Must be familiar with standardized recipes and food products.
• Relates to and provides for the need of patients relevant to their age and cultural needs
• Ability to obtain and maintain Food Handler Card or ServSafe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cafeteria counter for each meal and morning and afternoon breaks as assigned. (8%)
• Ensures that all containers are stocked with clean dishes, trays, silverware, cups, etc., and are readily available. (8%)
• Serves employees and guests in the cafeteria line; greets patrons cheerfully and respectfully. Observes proper portion control techniques. (8%)
• Cleans tables and chairs in the cafeteria or staff dining room after each meal, as assigned. (8%)
• Prevents run-outs of all food items by informing cooks ahead of time of those items needed. (8%)
• Maintains proper temperatures for both hot and cold foods. (8%)
• Maintains cafeteria counter in a clean, neat, orderly manner. (8%)
• Fills and stocks certain condiments in the cafeteria; aids in refilling these throughout the meal service. (8%)
• Records number of patrons for each meal – hospital employees and guests. (8%)
• Assists with the sanitation of all cooking and serving utensils. (8%)
• Fills all floor supply requisitions. (8%)
• Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat, and orderly manner. (5%)
• Successful completion of all applicable demonstrational competencies. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. (2%)

Skills

ServSafe Certification

Food Handler Card

Basic computer skills

Education

High School graduate or G.E.D.

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

Food Service Worker ServSafe / Food Handler Certified

MUST HAVE availability to attend an 8- business day Orientation from 8a-4p without interruptions.

Under the supervision of the Dietary Supervisor, the Food Service Worker performs the function of serving a variety of food items to employees, guests, patients and other related duties. The individual is able to relate to and care for the age specific patient population of children, adolescent and geriatric patients.

Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services is the only free-standing, full-service psychiatric hospital in the Greater Birmingham, Ala area. Hill Crest’s campus-like setting provides an active, positive treatment environment for patients and their families. Drawing from a rich tradition in treating psychiatric illness for more than 80 years, Hill Crest remains on the cutting edge of new developments and offers a full continuum of care for inpatient: acute adolescent, and adult. Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services also offers residential treatment for adolescents (ages 12 – 17) from Alabama and other states in need of long-term treatment, due to severe behavioral, emotional and/or family problems.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred
• One year experience in quantity food preparation. Food Handler Card or ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills. Must be able to read, write, make simple calculations and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have formal on-the-job training in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needs, storage of food supplies, requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Must have knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Must be familiar with standardized recipes and food products.
• Relates to and provides for the need of patients relevant to their age and cultural needs
• Ability to obtain and maintain Food Handler Card or ServSafe Certification.

Job Duties (Essential)

• Prepares cafeteria counter for each meal and morning and afternoon breaks as assigned. (8%)
• Ensures that all containers are stocked with clean dishes, trays, silverware, cups, etc., and are readily available. (8%)
• Serves employees and guests in the cafeteria line; greets patrons cheerfully and respectfully. Observes proper portion control techniques. (8%)
• Cleans tables and chairs in the cafeteria or staff dining room after each meal, as assigned. (8%)
• Prevents run-outs of all food items by informing cooks ahead of time of those items needed. (8%)
• Maintains proper temperatures for both hot and cold foods. (8%)
• Maintains cafeteria counter in a clean, neat, orderly manner. (8%)
• Fills and stocks certain condiments in the cafeteria; aids in refilling these throughout the meal service. (8%)
• Records number of patrons for each meal – hospital employees and guests. (8%)
• Assists with the sanitation of all cooking and serving utensils. (8%)
• Fills all floor supply requisitions. (8%)
• Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat, and orderly manner. (5%)
• Successful completion of all applicable demonstrational competencies. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. (2%)

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