Food Service Worker FT Variable Shift

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated food service staff to support patient meal delivery. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. Ideal candidates will have a passion for service and a willingness to learn, making a positive impact on patient care. Join a supportive team where your contributions help enhance the dining experience for patients, and be part of a rewarding environment focused on health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control protocols.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Serve patient meal trays and ensure food safety standards are met.
• Perform cleaning tasks and stock work areas as needed.

Skills

Ability to follow standardized recipes

Portion control protocols

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Performs a variety of tasks associated with the serving of patient meal trays, hot and cold entrees, salads, sandwiches, desserts, and supplements. Takes and logs hot and cold food temps on trayline as well as dish machine and refrigerator/freezer temps. Loads patient trays into meal carts and delivers meal carts/late trays for patients to nursing station. Performs a variety of cleaning tasks including detail cleaning, washing dishes, and pots and pans. Responsible for stocking and cleaning work areas. Works on patient trayline to include set-up and service as well as breakdown and sanitation. Complies with food safety (HACCP) standards. May be asked to do other tasks associated with food service as the need arises.

Required Skills:

• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control protocols.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Six months experience in food services preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of modified diets helpful.

Qualifications:

• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control protocols.