Food Services Worker

Aerotek; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Poway, CA is seeking a Food Services Worker / Dishwasher to support a hospital kitchen. This entry-level role cleans dishes, assists with tray assembly, and helps maintain a sanitary, organized work area to ensure safe and timely meals for patients, visitors, and staff.

You will operate dishwashing equipment, stock supplies, and assist with basic food service tasks in a fast-paced environment. This contract-to-hire position is onsite with hourly pay of $19.00–$20.00.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain a valid Food Handler Card.
• Able to stand for the entire shift.
• Able to stand, walk, bend and lift in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Reliable attendance and job performance.
• Previous kitchen/food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, trays, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing machines safely and hygienically.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas and dish room.
• Assist with meal tray assembly and distribution to patients, visitors, staff.
• Stock supplies and food service items to ensure smooth operations.
• Dispose of trash and keep waste areas clean and safe.
• Follow food safety, infection prevention, and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist cooks with basic food preparation tasks as needed.
• Maintain a professional, courteous attitude with patients and staff.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Food Handler Card

Stand for long shifts

Flexible schedule

Teamwork

Basic cleaning

Sanitation knowledge

Able to lift

Tools

Commercial dishwashing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Food Services Worker / Dishwasher

Job Description

This entry-level role supports daily food service operations in a hospital kitchen by ensuring dishes and equipment are properly cleaned, work areas remain sanitary, and patients, visitors, and staff receive safe and timely meal service. The Food Services Worker / Dishwasher operates commercial dishwashing equipment, assists with meal tray assembly and food distribution, and helps maintain a clean, organized, and efficient food service environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, trays, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing machines and related equipment in accordance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas, dish room, food preparation areas, and storage locations.
• Assist with meal tray assembly and support food service distribution to patients, visitors, and staff as needed.
• Stock supplies, dishes, utensils, and food service items throughout the department to ensure continuous operations.
• Remove trash and recycling regularly and maintain clean, safe waste disposal areas.
• Follow food safety, infection prevention, and sanitation guidelines at all times.
• Assist cooks and food service staff with basic food preparation tasks when required.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful attitude when interacting with patients, visitors, and team members.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards while performing daily tasks.

Essential Skills

• Valid Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain one online prior to or shortly after hire).
• Ability to stand on your feet for the entire shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift in a fast-paced environment.
• Consistency and reliability in attendance and job performance.
• Basic cleaning and dishwashing skills in a kitchen or food service setting.
• Understanding of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work flexible days between Monday and Sunday, with schedules that may change weekly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen or food service environment.
• general labor, hospitality, or related service roles.
• Comfort working with commercial dishwashing equipment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills when working with kitchen and food service staff.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while performing repetitive tasks in a busy environment.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute directly to a supportive hospital environment where your work helps ensure safe, quality meals for patients, visitors, and staff. The role offers consistent hours, exposure to healthcare food services, and the opportunity to build foundational skills in hospitality, food safety, and kitchen operations. You will work as part of a collaborative team that values reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic, while gaining experience that can support future growth in food service or healthcare settings.

Work Environment

This position is based in a hospital kitchen environment at the Poway location on a first shift schedule (typically 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). You will work five days per week between Monday and Sunday, and scheduled work days may change weekly, so schedule flexibility is essential. The role involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the entire shift, often in a fast-paced and physically demanding setting. The dishwashing station is a wet environment, and non-slip shoes are recommended (though not required) to support safety and comfort. You will work around commercial dishwashing equipment and standard kitchen tools while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and infection prevention.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.