Food Worker-Production

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic medical center is seeking a dedicated Food Worker to join its Food and Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for general food preparation duties, ensuring that meals are prepared according to standardized recipes and procedures. You will play a vital role in delivering quality service to patients by portioning food items and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. This position offers a supportive work environment with a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan Contributions

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Experience in food preparation and portioning.

Responsibilities

• Perform general food preparation duties using standardized recipes.
• Clean preparation areas and equipment.
• Deliver patient trays and portion cold food items.

Skills

Food Preparation

Following Instructions

Portion Control

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food and Nutrition Services is seeking a Food Worker to perform general food preparation duties using standardized recipes and procedures, as well as clean preparation areas and equipment.

• Retrieve various food items from Ala Carte kitchen
• Portion cold food items to patient tray assembly
• Deliver patient trays

University of Iowa Health Care —recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Percent of Time: 50%

Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday

Location:General Hospital

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions

Application Process:

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Additional questions, reach out to Tamara Griffith at [e-mail].

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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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