Patient Meal Specialist – Hospital Food Service

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Pre‑tax Metro benefits

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a dependable Food Service Worker to join our Nutrition Services team. In this role you will help ensure patient meals are accurately prepared and served, while maintaining a clean and safe environment to support compassionate behavioral healthcare.

You will prepare, portion, and assemble trays, deliver meals, monitor sanitation, and assist with inventory. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential in this full-time role at PIW.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six months hospital experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification through AHA.
• Experience cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment and areas.
• Sanitation certificate preferred.
• Ability to follow food safety and infection control procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble patient meals according to procedures.
• Deliver and collect patient trays and assist with meal service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Monitor equipment readiness and report sanitation concerns or issues.
• Assist with inventory and storage of supplies and food.
• Follow safety procedures when handling food and materials.
• Collaborate with Nutrition Services team to maintain quality service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Food handling

Sanitation and safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a dependable Food Service Worker to join our Nutrition Services team. In this role you will help ensure patient meals are accurately prepared and served, while maintaining a clean and safe environment to support compassionate behavioral healthcare.

You will prepare, portion, and assemble trays, deliver meals, monitor sanitation, and assist with inventory. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential in this full-time role at PIW.