Food Services Worker I

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL is seeking a part-time Food Services Worker I to support daily food service operations. You will prepare, present, and serve meals while ensuring safety, sanitation, and proper portion control.

The role involves stock management, line setup, and collaboration with kitchen staff to meet guest needs. The successful candidate will have 0-1 years of experience in food services, basic food safety knowledge, and the ability to follow recipes accurately.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain portion control.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and weighing vegetables and fruits, and measuring items.
• Transports pans, kettles, and trays safely between stations following safety protocols.
• Stores food properly with FIFO and dating procedures.
• Uses approved recipes and standards to ensure quality, temperatures, and portions.
• Keeps work areas clean and organized per safety rules.
• Sets up and monitors serving line temperatures and notifies the chef of deviations.
• Serves hot and cold items to customers professionally.
• Stocks pantry items and logs refrigerator temperatures daily.
• Assists in tray preparation and meal delivery as needed.
• Collaborates with team to support efficient service and customer needs.
• Performs other duties and maintains reliable attendance.

Skills

Food safety basics

Recipe adherence

Fast-paced work

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Food Services Worker I supports the daily operations of the food services department by preparing, presenting, and serving meals to customers in a safe and efficient manner. This role ensures cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards while assisting in food preparation and maintaining pantry supplies.

Essential Functions

• Prepares ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits, as well as measuring and weighing designated items.
• Safely transports pans, kettles, and trays of food between workstations, stoves, and refrigerators while adhering to safety protocols.
• Properly stores food in designated areas, following wrapping, dating, and food safety rotation procedures, including First In/First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Utilizes approved recipes and production standards to ensure proper food quality, serving temperatures, and portion control.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Sets up and monitors the serving line, recording and maintaining appropriate food temperatures, and notifying the chef of any deviations.
• Serves hot and cold food items from the serving line to customers with professionalism and courtesy.
• Stocks pantry items and refrigerators with correct inventory levels daily, recording replenished amounts and refrigerator temperatures on appropriate logs.
• Assists in the preparation of meal trays and delivery to designated areas as needed.
• Collaborates with team members to support efficient food service operations and address customer needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in food preparation or food services required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and team members.
• Physical ability to lift and carry food trays, pans, and other items as needed.

Licenses and Certifications

• Food Handler’s certification as applicable by local or state regulations required

State Specific Requirements

• Arizona: Arizona Health Department Sanitation Certificate, ServeSafe Certificate, or Arizona Food Handler Certificate required.

Job Info

• Job Identification 167046
• Job Category Ancillary Services
• Posting Date 10/15/2026, 10:55 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US