Food Services Team Member

MaineHealth; Rockport (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

Pen Bay Hospital within the MaineHealth system is seeking a Food Services Team Member to deliver nourishing meals and support patient satisfaction. The role involves tray setup, delivery, dishwashing, and basic food prep in a patient-centered environment, with emphasis on hygiene and safety.

Evening shifts and a 40-hour week are typical; previous food service or healthcare experience is a plus but not required. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food safety certification preferred (e.g., ServSafe).
• Relevant food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, deliver, and retrieve patient meal trays.
• Wash, rinse, and store dishes.
• Perform limited food preparation tasks and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Assist with patient meal selection and deliver meals as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pen Bay Hospital

Service/Maintenance Support
Req #: 91193

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $2000 sign on for Food Services Members at Pen Bay Hospital! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part-time Food Services position.

Bonus amount prorated for Part-time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.

Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Pen Bay Hospital Food and Nutrition Services is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Services Team Member to join our team. As a Food Services Team Member, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our patients' experience by delivering nourishing, healthy, and delicious meals according to diet orders and menu selections. Key responsibilities include setting up, delivering, and retrieving patient meal trays and washing, rinsing, and storing dishes. The Food Services Team Member also has the opportunity to perform limited food preparation tasks and will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. A successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED. While previous experience in food service or healthcare settings is a plus, it is not required. We welcome applicants who are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and seeking a positive work environment. Pen Bay Food and Nutrition Services offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner to all patients, ensuring that each meal is a positive part of their day. Our Food Services Team Members are integral to our mission of delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Pen Bay Hospital is a not-for-profit, Top Rural, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Score Graded and the largest community hospital in Midcoast Maine. Pen Bay Hospital operates as a family of services that also includes Pen Bay Physicians & Associates, Quarry Hill Retirement Community, and the Sussman House. Through these organizations, and with a staff of more than 100 outstanding physicians and more than 1,500 healthcare professionals, we are able to provide the people of Midcoast Maine with a continuum of both routine and specialty patient-centered medical services. Pen Bay Hospital ispart of theCoastal Healthcare Alliance and the MaineHealth system.

Pen Bay Hospital is seeking a full time Food Service Team Member to join their team!

Summary: This position consists of 40 hours per week, evening shifts.
The Food Services Team Member role may be responsible for a variety of duties supporting the Nutrition & Food Services department, including assisting with patient meal selection, delivering meals, washing dishes, and fulfilling basic food preparation.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Food safety certification preferred (e.g., ServSafe).
3. Experience: Relevant food service experience preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

• paid parental leave
• flexible work options
• student loan assistance
• professional development opportunities
• well-being resources

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $18.00to $20.70 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.