Hospital Food Service Associate

Prime Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Leave options

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Dietary Aide to support patient meals and hospital dining in a full-time day-shift role.

You will prepare and serve meals, ensure food safety, operate basic kitchen equipment, stock supplies, and keep work areas clean while following dietary guidelines. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with county-specific food handler certification required on hire.

This position offers benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure food safety by following hygiene and sanitation guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment like ovens, slicers, or dishwashers.
• Stock supplies and maintain inventory.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Take and fulfill meal orders according to dietary guidelines for patients.
• Handle cash or operate a register for cafeteria transactions.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Prime Healthcare in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Dietary Aide to support patient meals and hospital dining in a full-time day-shift role.

You will prepare and serve meals, ensure food safety, operate basic kitchen equipment, stock supplies, and keep work areas clean while following dietary guidelines. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with county-specific food handler certification required on hire.

This position offers benefits including health insurance and paid time off.