Nutrition Services Tech - Full Time - Days

Nebraska Methodist Health System; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Food Service Worker in Omaha, NE. The role involves preparing food service areas, maintaining supply levels, and ensuring food safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preferably 6 months of food service experience. Strong verbal communication and food handling knowledge are essential. The position offers 32 hours a week with a rotating schedule and the opportunity to work in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months food service experience preferred, especially in hospitality.
• Food Handler's Certificate or ServSafe certified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares work area by conducting quality checks on food and cleanliness.
• Maintains adequate food and supply levels for service.
• Serves and prepares food for patients and staff following orders.
• Follows proper food handling procedures for safety.
• Operates food service equipment as per procedures.
• Washes dishes and sanitizes kitchenware.
• Stores clean dishes and equipment in proper areas.

Skills

Food production knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Instructional comprehension

Computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Food service equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Location: Methodist Hospital

Address: 8303 Dodge St. – Omaha, NE

Work Schedule: 32 hours a week on a rotating weekday schedule with every other weekend from 5:45 am to 2:15 pm or 12 pm to 8:30 pm.

Responsible for providing support in the cafeteria, room service and dish room/pot‑room areas to ensure the efficient running of the food service department.

Responsibilities

• Prepares assigned work area by conducting pre‑service quality checks on temperatures, food quality, and cleanliness of the assembly area to ensure the area is ready for the service of meals.
• Maintains adequate level of food and supplies for appropriate service by ensuring par levels in food service area are met and maintained.
• Serves and prepares food for patients, visitors, and staff by following room service order requests and customer requests to ensure accurate and correct meals are delivered within established timeframes.
• Follows proper food handling procedures and complies with quality performance standards to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.
• Operates food service equipment by following manufacturer and department procedures to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Washes dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans by following department policies and procedures to ensure all equipment is clean and sanitized.
• Stores clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in proper areas by following departmental policies and procedures to ensure a safe, clean, sanitary and organized environment.

Education

• High school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) preferred.

Experience

• 6 months food service experience preferred, preferably in a hospitality industry, which may include culinary, with strong emphasis in customer service.

License/Certifications

• Food Handler's Certificate or ServSafe certified preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of food production and delivery process preferred.
• Knowledge of computers preferred.
• Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers required.
• Able to read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions with accuracy and efficiency required.

Physical Requirements

• Weight Demands: Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Physical Activity:
  • Not necessary for the position (0%): Crawling
  • Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Balancing, Climbing, Keyboarding/typing, Kneeling, Sitting
  • Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Distinguish colors, Fingering/Touching, Grasping, Lifting, Reaching, Repetitive Motions, Stooping/bending, Twisting
  • Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Carrying, Hearing, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing/Visual, Speaking/talking, Standing, Walking
• Job Hazards:
  • Not Related: Biological agents (primary airborne and blood‑born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF), Explosives (pressurized gas), Electrical Shock/Static, Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X‑ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc), Radiation Non‑Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that cause injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means).
  • Rare (1‑33%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex).
  • Occasionally (34‑66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment).
  • Frequent (67‑100%): Equipment/Machinery/Tools, Mechanical moving parts/vibrations.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.