Nutrition & Food Service Assistant 2 - PRN

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Nutrition & Food Service Assistant 2 - PRN to deliver excellent customer service and efficiently complete tasks. The role involves food preparation, service, restocking, and clean-up within the Nutrition & Food Service Department.

Qualified candidates should have prior retail experience and communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, supporting patient meal service, and ensuring a clean work environment. Join us in making a positive impact in the patient's dining experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• One year of retail experience with customer interaction; cashiering preferred.
• Hospital foodservice and customer service experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service and complete tasks efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in work areas.
• Collaborate with team members to meet departmental goals.
• Washing hands frequently and following proper hygiene practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Ability to operate a computer register

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

Nutrition & Food Service Assistant 2 - PRN (As Needed)

Primary function involves delivering excellent customer service and expeditiously completing tasks. Other duties include food and supply preparation, service, restocking and clean-up. May also work in other areas of the N&FS Department to ensure successful completion of patient meal service. Primary focus: Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwashing.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of customers and team members (according to HACCP and county health department guidelines).
  • Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
  • Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations and reports potential risks.
  • Maintains work areas clean and organized; free of spills and fall hazards.
  • Monitors and records food and equipment temperatures; immediately corrects or escalates “out of range” occurrences.
  • Stores food and supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
  • Operates equipment according to safety guidelines and escalates unsafe conditions.
• Ensures positive service outcomes.
  • Follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the workstation prior to task start time.
  • Sets up, maintains, and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
  • Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Completes area checklists and forms.
  • Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturer’s and area‑specific guidelines.
  • Remains flexible to support other team members across the department.
• Engages in efforts to create a world‑class work environment.
  • Follows work area’s uniform specifications; keeps clothing and shoes neat and clean.
  • Collaborates with team members and N&FS leadership to meet department and hospital goals and objectives.
  • Communicates respectfully and clearly.
  • Respects the cultural traditions of team members and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience: One year of retail experience with customer interaction; cashiering preferred. Hospital foodservice and customer service experience highly preferred.
• Skills: Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English; proficiency in basic math; ability to operate a computer register.