Food Service Worker

Winona Health; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Winona Health is seeking a Food Service Worker in the Food & Nutrition Services department. This 0.75 FTE role supports preparation and distribution of nutritious meals for patients, residents, customers, and visitors.

The shift is first shift, 6:30am to 3:00pm, with every-other weekend and holiday rotation. The position emphasizes excellent customer service, teamwork, HACCP compliance, proper food handling, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service to patients, residents, customers, and fellow caregivers.
• Anticipates the needs and wants of those we serve.
• Performs work duties within HACCP and MDH guidelines.
• Complete regulatory documentation as required.
• Stores food items at proper temperatures with labeling and dating information.
• Sanitizes work area at end of shift by completing sanitation checklist.
• Uses commercial dishwashing and other food service equipment.
• Reads and understands general clinical diet terms.
• Handles cash and uses the retail POS system.
• Prioritizes and organizes work to meet timelines.
• Completes mandatory educational requirements of Winona Health caregivers.
• Supports and integrates the organization’s vision/mission/values.

Skills

Food service experience

Job description

Food Service Worker
Food & Nutrition Services
0.75 FTE, 60 Hours a Pay Period
1st Shift, Hours between 6:30am - 3:00pm
Weekends: Every Other
Holidays: Every Other
*Starting Pay Range Between $15.00 - $18.00 Based on Experience

Position Overview:

The Food Service worker assists in the preparation and distribution of nutritional and appealing foods for our patients, residents, customers, fellow caregivers, and visitors. This position must be flexible to work in several
positions with varied responsibilities. Must provide excellent customer service to those we serve. Works well with fellow caregivers to create a positive team environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

• Provides excellent customer service to all patients, residents, customers, and fellow caregivers.
• Anticipates the needs and wants of those we serve.
• Performs work duties within HACCP and MDH guidelines.
• Complete regulatory documentation as required.
• Stores food items at the proper temperature with proper labeling and dating information.
• Sanitizes work area at the end of the scheduled workday by completing the sanitation checklist.
• Use of commercial dishwashing equipment and other commercial food service equipment.
• Reads and understands the use of general clinical diet terms.
• Cash handling and use of the retail point-of-sale system.
• Prioritizes and organizes work efficiently to meet department timelines.
• Completes mandatory educational requirements of Winona Health caregivers.
• Understands, supports, and integrates the organization’s vision/mission/values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Previous food service experience preferred.

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request a transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training, and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer:

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.