Food Service Worker II

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in a compassionate environment. As a Food Service Worker II, you will play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive their meals efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and customer service. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to contribute to a team that values your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial health, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and handling.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Understanding and caring attitude toward patients.

Responsibilities

• Assists in tray set-up and delivers meals to patients.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Operates cash register and reconciles cash accurately.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Ability to work under stress

Interpersonal skills

Touchscreen technology knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of a Department of Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor or Manager, the Food Service Worker II uses excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials and all members of the general public.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Knowledge of food preparation
• Ability to work under stress in all situations and handle stressful situations
• Must possess understanding and caring attitude toward the sick
• Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow directions and work together as team players
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, Supervision, Managers and other Departments
• Knowledge of either food production/storage or computer skills; quality interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of touchscreen technology
• Ability to assist with patient meal selection

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or proof of completion (GED)
• 1- or 2-years hospital food service experience
• CPR and First Aide certification

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift: Evening
• Time: 300pm—11:00pm
• Status: Part-Time (18.75hrs)
• Position may require to work every other weekend depending on department’s needs

Essential Functions:

• Assists in tray set-up
• Collects, processes and disposes of trash accordingly. Performs general cleaning duties as requested
• Delivers meals to patient care units. Assists patients when possible. Cleans food carriers upon return. Prepares, stocks and transports food carriers
• Follows work assignments as established
• Keep dining room tables straightened and clean
• Locks register when leaving the immediate area
• Operates cash register accordingly. Collects cash/ guest meal tickets and makes change as needed
• Participates and maintains cleaning schedules. Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and supplies
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Reconciles cash accurately and fills out a reconciliation slip. Responsible for all reconciliations with a $3.00 overage/shortage
• Scrapes, scours and rinses pots, pans, utensils and equipment. Performs heavy cleaning duties
• Set up menu board to reflect current menu
• Wipe off counters and tables, arrange and replenish items as needed. Refills and stocks condiments as necessary

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay Range $17.00 to $18.00 Hourly Rate

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer