Food Service Worker II

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated food service staff to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for food preparation and service, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer interaction. Your duties will include operating food prep equipment, cashiering, and maintaining inventory. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference in the lives of patients and customers alike. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• 6 months experience as cashier or grill cook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for patients and cafeteria.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in food service areas.
• Interact with customers and provide excellent service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cashiering

Customer Service

Cleaning and Sanitizing

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS System

Standard Office Equipment

MS Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Performs a variety of routine duties related to food preparation and service for patients and the cafeteria. Operate major food prep equipment. Cleans assigned areas following established practices and procedures for quality, safety, and infection control. Performs cashier duties using the POS system. Perform general cleaning duties; removes trash and garbage to designated areas. Provides service in all retail areas, including cashiering, line serving, and working grill stations. Inventories and restocks supplies and food products in the cafe. Sets up serving line, ensuring temperatures are taken, recorded and within acceptable ranges; notifies cooks if food temperatures are not within acceptable limits. Serves hot and cold items to customers. Sets up items for purchase on daily basis. Cleans and sanitizes workstations, counters, steam tables and other equipment. Brews coffee and tea. May be required to restock other beverage areas. Interacts with customers in the serving and dining areas.

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: 6 months as cashier or grill cook or proficiency at multiple Palomar Health tray line positions

Preferred Experience: 1 year healthcare or retail food service, dependent upon position

Required Certification: Valid food handler card issued by a San Diego county authorized food handler training school

Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

Required License: Not Applicable

Preferred License: Valid Driver's License

Current employees are not eligible for hiring incentives.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.