Patient-Focused Food Service Associate

UNC Health Care; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking a Food Service Associate to support dietary services at UNC Lenoir Health Care. The role may involve work anywhere on property where food is prepared and includes assisting in setup and serving from counters and steam tables.

Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing equipment, presenting a professional demeanor toward patients, families, and staff, and collaborating respectfully with colleagues across departments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• No previous work experience required.
• Presents self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
• Maintains a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers, and client representatives.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Basic food-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work stations.
• Serve patients, families, and staff courteously and professionally.
• Engage with other departments in a friendly, helpful manner.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Food-handling basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

UNC Health Care is seeking a Food Service Associate to support dietary services at UNC Lenoir Health Care. The role may involve work anywhere on property where food is prepared and includes assisting in setup and serving from counters and steam tables.

Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing equipment, presenting a professional demeanor toward patients, families, and staff, and collaborating respectfully with colleagues across departments.