Patient Meal Technician - Hospital Food Service

UHS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Drug Plans

Metro/pre-tax benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to support daily hospital dining operations, ensuring safe, sanitary, and timely patient meals. You will prepare and assemble meals, deliver trays, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and collaborate with the Nutrition Services team to uphold high-quality service.

With a focus on food safety and teamwork, this role requires a high school diploma or GED, hospital experience, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least six months of experience in a hospital setting.
• CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Sanitation Service Certificate required.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble patient meals according to procedures.
• Deliver and collect patient trays and arrange snacks.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Monitor equipment readiness and report sanitation concerns or equipment issues.
• Assist with inventory and storage of supplies and food materials.
• Follow safety procedures when handling food and cleaning supplies.
• Collaborate with Nutrition Services to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Sanitation

Hospital environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/BLS Certification

Sanitation Service Certificate

Job description

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to support daily hospital dining operations, ensuring safe, sanitary, and timely patient meals. You will prepare and assemble meals, deliver trays, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and collaborate with the Nutrition Services team to uphold high-quality service.

With a focus on food safety and teamwork, this role requires a high school diploma or GED, hospital experience, and CPR/BLS certification.