Food Service Worker Per Diem

Davita Inc.; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Food Service Worker to assist in preparing and serving food items at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of food service experience and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include managing food service operations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining a clean work environment. This is a per diem role based in Dover, New Hampshire, ideal for those with a passion for service in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of food service experience required.
• Ability to read and write.
• Understanding of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food items in various environments.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of food service areas.
• Monitors food temperatures and ensures quality standards.

Skills

Knowledge of food service lines set-up

Ability to follow instructions

Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods

Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Per Diem Need!
Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing and/or serving foods and beverages in one or more of a variety of food service environments
Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions:

-Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs; checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned.

-Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a motorized cart.

-Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; chooses proper utensils and sets steam line to appropriate temperature for menu items.

-Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.

-Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions.

-Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.

-Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.

-May clean, wash and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience
Food service experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
- Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
- Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
- Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
- Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.