Lead Patient Dining & Catering Associate

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Catering to You Associate to supervise meal service and patient dining associates. You will coach staff on customer service, menu accuracy, and workflow while supporting the Patient Services and Director of Food and Nutrition.

The role requires leading the team in the absence of FAN Managers, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring timely service. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in healthcare food service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead meal services as supervisor in absence of FAN Managers.
• Onboard and train new hires in the FAN department.
• Coach team members on performance and safety practices.
• Ensure timely meal service, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Google applications

PeopleSoft

eFinance

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Catering to You Associate to supervise meal service and patient dining associates. You will coach staff on customer service, menu accuracy, and workflow while supporting the Patient Services and Director of Food and Nutrition.

The role requires leading the team in the absence of FAN Managers, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring timely service. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this hospital setting.