Healthcare Food Service Lead: Patient Meals

Community Health Systems; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Foley, Alabama is seeking a Food Services Worker III to lead advanced meal preparation, meal service coordination, and ensure food safety in a healthcare setting. You will prepare specialized meals, oversee distribution to patients, staff and visitors, and collaborate with dietitians to accommodate dietary needs.

You will train junior staff, monitor kitchen operations, and participate in continuous quality improvement to enhance patient satisfaction while maintaining

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in food service, nutrition services, or a related field is required
• Experience in healthcare, hospital, or long-term care setting with knowledge of therapeutic diets and meal planning preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares and portions specialized meals, ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions, nutrition guidelines, and patient meal plans.
• Assists in training and mentoring junior food service staff, ensuring adherence to policies and proper food handling procedures.
• Coordinates food distribution, meal tray assembly, and delivery to patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitors kitchen operations, inventory management, and food storage procedures to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with infection control, sanitation, and food safety regulations, following facility and regulatory agency standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment and food service machinery, including slicers, ovens, steamers, and dishwashers.
• Assists in menu planning and dietary modifications, working with dietitians to accommodate specific patient needs.
• Follows strict protocols for proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature monitoring to prevent contamination.
• Engages in customer service and patient interaction, responding to meal-related concerns and special requests professionally.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives, identifying ways to enhance food service efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Job description

Community Health Systems in Foley, Alabama is seeking a Food Services Worker III to lead advanced meal preparation, meal service coordination, and ensure food safety in a healthcare setting. You will prepare specialized meals, oversee distribution to patients, staff and visitors, and collaborate with dietitians to accommodate dietary needs.

You will train junior staff, monitor kitchen operations, and participate in continuous quality improvement to enhance patient satisfaction while maintaining