Patient-Centric Food Service Assistant

What’s Upstate; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Retirement benefits with employermatch

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network is hiring for a Food Service role within its Food and Nutrition Service department in New York. You will deliver excellent customer service, operate dietary equipment, and maintain sanitation standards while interacting with patients, physicians, nursing staff and visitors.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely responses to concerns, and adherence to departmental policies. Prior food service experience is preferred, with opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with patients, colleagues and staff.
• Strong listening and observation abilities to respond to concerns.
• Basic computer skills for records and workflows.
• Attention to detail in sanitation, records and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in the Food and Nutrition Service area.
• Operate and maintain dietary food equipment and sanitation processes.
• Respond to patient and customer needs with timely, courteous service.
• Maintain 100% compliance with record keeping and cleanliness requirements.
• Assist in training new staff on workflows and procedures.
• Ensure a professional and courteous demeanor with patients and visitors.

Skills

Communication

Building Relationships

Listening

Computer Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bassett Healthcare Network is hiring for a Food Service role within its Food and Nutrition Service department in New York. You will deliver excellent customer service, operate dietary equipment, and maintain sanitation standards while interacting with patients, physicians, nursing staff and visitors.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely responses to concerns, and adherence to departmental policies. Prior food service experience is preferred, with opportunities for professional development and