Food Service Worker I

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health is hiring for a Food Services position in Escondido, CA. The role involves dishroom duties, maintaining dish and kitchen cleanliness, and supporting daily kitchen operations. You will handle trash, cart deliveries, and other kitchen tasks while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

English comprehension is required, and basic MS Office skills are expected. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with healthcare food service experience preferred and a valid food

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–12 months in healthcare food service preferred.
• Food handler card or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in the dishroom and maintain cleanliness of dishes and kitchen areas.
• Keep floors clean, take out trash, and deliver/retrieve carts and supplies.
• Assist in various kitchen duties as needed.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Department: Food Services Union: CHEU Shift: 8-hour Shift - Variable (United States of America) Hours Per Pay Period: 40 Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.14

Job Description: Posting Date: 10/06/2026 Internal Closing Date: 10/12/2026 * Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights.

Primary responsibilities include: working in the dishroom; ensuring cleanliness of all dishes, pots, pans and general kitchen area; ensuring floors are kept clean; taking out trash; maintaining safety and sanitation standards; delivering and retrieving food carts and supplies; assist in several other kitchen duties as needed.

Cleans assigned areas following established practices and procedures for quality, safety, and infection control.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).

Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.

Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience Preferred Education: Not Applicable Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months Preferred Experience: 6 - 12 months in healthcare food service Required License: Not Applicable Preferred License: Valid Driver's License Required Certification: Valid food handler card issued by a San Diego county authorized food handler training school Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical positions. As a leading healthcare system, we are committed to providing world-class care to our community. When you join our team, you'll have access to our exceptional training programs designed to help you excel in your role and grow your career.