Hospital Kitchen Prep & Sanitation Specialist

DC Government; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Government is seeking a Food Service Worker to support hospital food preparation, sanitary operations, and meal service. Duties include washing, slicing, and portioning ingredients, maintaining temperature records, and assisting with loading carts for service.

The role requires a ServSafe certification, a high school diploma or GED, and readiness for rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. Preference is given to DC residents and DC high school graduates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sanitation, cleanliness, infection control and food-service practices in a hospital setting
• Ability to use kitchen utensils and equipment safely
• Current ServSafe Certification is required at the time of application
• Residency preference for DC residents and DC high school graduates
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare food by washing, sorting, peeling, and dicing fruits and vegetables; prepare salad ingredients and eggs for cooking
• Open canned foods; grease pans and prepare cooking vessels; handle meat, fish, and poultry for next day meals
• Load and unload food carts and containers; assist with transportation to serving areas and deliveries
• Maintain records of food temperatures, refrigerator temps, and inventory
• Attend on-the-job training and apply safety and sanitation practices in a hospital environment

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Infection control

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DC Government is seeking a Food Service Worker to support hospital food preparation, sanitary operations, and meal service. Duties include washing, slicing, and portioning ingredients, maintaining temperature records, and assisting with loading carts for service.

The role requires a ServSafe certification, a high school diploma or GED, and readiness for rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. Preference is given to DC residents and DC high school graduates.