Food Service Worker II - Occasional - Variable Shifts

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the Utica area seeks a Food Service Worker II to assist in meal preparations and delivery within the hospital setting. This role focuses on ensuring patient satisfaction by accurately serving meals while adhering to food safety protocols. Candidates with a High School diploma or relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to handle food safely and communicate effectively with patients.
• Experience in typical kitchen hazards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Promote meal assistance to patients and residents daily.
• Maintain safe food handling procedures.
• Assist patients with meal selections and delivery.

Skills

Food Handling

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor this position promotes meal assistance to patients and residents on a daily basis. The Food Service Worker II will assist with meal selections, in the assembly and delivery of meals and food products for hospital patients, residents and visitors.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Maintain safe food handling using clean as you go procedures
• Assist patient with any need to their tray, i.e. opening of product
• Accurately serves patient’s in accordance with their diet prescription
• Communicates patient’s concerns with the clinical dietitian
• Stock unit kitchens
• Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred. High School students accepted.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Typical work hazards associated with a kitchen such as but not limited to using sharp utensils and cutting machines, hot items such as water, steam, ovens, burners, etc. and working with chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing.

Requires prolonged standing, walking, or other constant physical movements on a routine basis. Varied stress levels due to periodic or cyclic workload pressure.

Licensure/Certification Requirements Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 94641
Department NUTRITIONAL SERVICES
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 4.00
FTE 0.19
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A7 - Occasional
Union Non-Union
Pay Range 16.15 - 21.75 Per Hour