Nutrition Services Attendant -Nutrition Food 4 Thought

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc. is seeking a Food Service Worker to support the dining experience for patients and guests. Responsibilities include cleaning, stocking, serving, and operating basic food service equipment in a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes maintaining hygiene, quality customer interactions, and efficient service. Training in safe food handling is required, and prior food service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling and sanitation requirements.
• Clear and effective communication with customers and colleagues.
• Food service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes equipment, tables, and work areas to maintain hygiene standards according to procedures.
• Assists with stocking and maintenance of supplies and food items.
• Operates and maintains equipment used in food service, such as dish machines and cooking appliances.
• Ensures a positive experience for customers.
• May assist with preparation and serving of food to customers.
• May operate cash registers and handle money as applicable.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview:

Job Description Summary:

Maintains and cleans service areas and equipment according to established procedures and standards. Provides general and food handling services for customers or patients. and ensures a positive customer experience.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Cleans and sanitizes equipment, tables, and work areas to maintain hygiene standards according to established procedures and standards.
• Assists with the stocking and maintenance of supplies and food items.
• Operates and maintains various equipment pertinent to food services, such as dish machines and cooking appliances.
• Ensures a positive experience for customers.
• May assist with the preparation and serving of food to customers.
• May operate cash registers and handle money as applicable.

Education Requirement:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Skills:

• Working knowledge of safe food handling practices and sanitation standards.
• Effective communication skills.

Experience:

Food service experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Sitting

FREQUENTLY: Chemicals/Medications, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Depth perception, Electricity, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Machinery, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking

“The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet”