Food Service Worker II

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness programs

Discounts with partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Food Service Worker II at Jersey City Medical Center. Under supervision, you will assist in tray setup, deliver meals to patient care units, and support dining room operations while maintaining nutrition standards and patient comfort.

This full-time, day-shift role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and basic computer and touchscreen skills. Training is provided to ensure accurate cash handling and adherence to safety and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and serving standards.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Caring attitude toward the sick and compassionate service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tray setup and meal delivery to patient care units.
• Operate cash register and handle guest meal tickets.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas and workstations, follow schedules.

Skills

Food preparation

Stress management

Compassionate care

Team player

Customer service

Touchscreen tech

Cash handling

Stocking & setup

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

Req #: 0000263500 Category: Dietitian / Nutritionist Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Jersey City Medical Center Department: Dietary-Management Pay Range: $19.83 per hour Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302 Job Title: Food Service Worker II Location: Jersey City Medical Center Department Name: Dietary-Management Req #: 0000263500 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $19.83 - $19.83 per hour Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

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 an understanding and a caring attitude toward the sick
• Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
• Ability to meet deadlinesAbility to follow directions and work together as team players
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, 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: Day
• Time: 700am—3:00pm
• Status:Full-Time
• Position may require to work every other weekend depending on the 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!

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 delivering a 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer