Food Service Worker

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA is seeking a flexible kitchen/dishwashing associate. Responsible for general cleaning of kitchen, sanitizing dishes, collecting garbage, maintaining logs, and supporting tray delivery to patients while upholding CARES and HACCP standards.

No experience required; must communicate effectively and follow instructions, be able to work 5:30 am–8:00 pm including weekends/holidays; lifting up to 50 pounds; essential during emergencies.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and follow verbal and/or written instructions.
• Must be able to work anytime on weekdays, weekends and holidays between 5:30 am and 8:00 pm.
• This position is considered essential during emergency conditions.
• Willingness to comply with dress code, CARES and HACCP standards.
• Must be able to learn proper procedures for washing and sanitizing equipment, dishes & pots and pans.
• Must be able to follow guidelines for tray/cart delivery and pick up.

Responsibilities

• Clean kitchen areas and equipment, including dishes, silverware, pots, and pans.
• Collect and dispose of garbage, maintain sanitation logs.
• Maintain correct dilution of chemicals and operate dish machine.
• Clean floors, walk‑ins, storage areas and kitchen.
• Assist with tray assembly and delivery to patients within established timelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

Shift time: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm; including rotating weekends and holidays.

Summary of the Job:

Responsible for general cleaning of kitchen. Cleans and sanitizes dishes, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, etc.; sorts and examines all for cleanliness and re‑cleans as necessary. Collects and disposes of garbage. Completes the dish machine and pot sink sanitation log. Maintains correct dilution of chemicals: cleans and maintains dish machine salvajor and pulper. Cleans floors, walk–ins, storage areas and kitchen. Retrieve carts. Works the dish room, line trays, roll silverware, etc. Helps wherever and whenever needed to ensure trays are prepared and delivered to patients within established timelines {works trayline, delivers carts, etc.}. Communicates politely and effectively with staff and patients. Assumes the role of patient advocate. Helps wherever and whenever needed. Demonstrates acceptance of CARES and HAACP standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No experience necessary. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow both verbal and/or written instructions. Must be able to work anytime weekdays, weekends and holidays between the hours of 5:30 am and 8:00 pm. This position is considered essential during emergency conditions. Exhibits consistent customer/patient focus showing courtesy and respect. Consistently able to exceed patients’ expectations. Willingness to comply with dress code, CARES and HACCP standards. Must be able to make decisions based on experience and training. Must have ability and willingness to learn proper procedures for washing and sanitizing equipment, dishes & pots and pans. Must be able to follow guidelines for tray/cart delivery and pick up.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) – lifting, carrying, balancing, reaching, handling/feeling
• Occasionally (1%-33%) – pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.