Food Service Worker

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pet insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000

Company paid Maternity and Paternity-­

5 days of Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave (including pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program

Employee Support Fund

Retirement with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington seeks a Food Services Worker to join the Food & Nutrition Services team. This full-time role involves preparing and serving meals, assembling patient trays, and delivering trays to patient rooms with care and accuracy.

The position emphasizes safety, sanitation, and exceptional patient service, following hospital policies and dietary guidelines. Strong teamwork and reliable shift coverage are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Food Handlers card or Serv Safe certificate required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and serve meals for patients, visitors, and retail customers following recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and kitchen utensils.
• Transport patient meal carts and collect soiled trays from nursing units.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean work area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards.
• Assist with nourishments, events, and other food service needs as assigned.
• Promote patient satisfaction and minimize food waste.
• Perform routine and deep cleaning of kitchen areas.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Safety compliance

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Food Services Worker

Full-Time, First Shift

Food Service

The Food & Nutrition Services team at Baptist Health Lexington plays an important role in supporting patient health and comfort through high-quality meal service. Room Service Associates serve as the primary contact between patients and the food service department, ensuring that every meal is delivered with care, compassion, and accuracy. Whether assisting patients with menu selections or delivering trays to the bedside, this role is key to creating a positive patient experience.

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves meals, assembles patient trays, maintains clean kitchen and dining areas, and supports safe food handling. This role follows all food safety, sanitation, and hospital policies while providing excellent service to patients, visitors, and staff.

Job Description:

• Prepare, assemble, and serve meals for patients, visitors, and retail customers following standardized recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Transport patient meal carts and collect soiled trays from nursing units.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with nourishments, special events, and other food service needs as assigned.
• Support quality service by minimizing food waste and promoting patient satisfaction.
• Perform routine and deep cleaning of kitchen areas, including dishwashing equipment and waste disposal areas.

Requirements:

• Food Handlers card or Serv Safe certificate is required within 6 months

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.