Patient Feeding Relief

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a full-time Patient Feeding Associate for the Burnet Campus in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports patient meals, nutrition, and service excellence in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Primary responsibilities include assembling trays, stocking carts, delivering meals, and ensuring dietary accuracy while upholding safety and sanitation standards. Teamwork and reliability are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assemble patient meal trays according to diet orders and meal tickets.
• Set up, stock, and load meal carts for delivery to patient care areas.
• Delivers patient meal trays accurately and timely throughout the hospital.
• Ensures meal accuracy and compliance with dietary requirements.
• Manages multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and reliability.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary LocationBurnet CampusDepartmentPatient FeedingShiftEvening (United States of America)ScheduleFull timeWeekly Hours33FTE0.825Employee StatusRegular*Expected Starting Pay Range$16.75 - $20.27*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble patient meal trays according to diet orders and meal tickets
• Set up, stock, and load meal carts for delivery to patient care areas
• Delivers patient meal trays accurately and timely throughout the hospital
• Ensures meal accuracy and compliance with dietary requirements
• Manages multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and reliability
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards

Customer Service

• Provides courteous service to patients, families, and staff
• Addresses customer needs and escalates concerns when appropriate
• Demonstrates a positive, service-focused attitude

Communication

• Communicates professionally with patients, families, staff, and care teams
• Shares information accurately to support meal service operations
• Collaborates with team members to ensure efficient meal delivery

Physical Requirements

• Stands and walks for extended periods
• Pushes and maneuvers meal carts throughout the hospitalLifts and carries food trays and supplies
• Maintains safety and service standards in a fast-paced environment

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children’s is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nationAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employment a noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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