Patient Tray & Cafeteria Service Associate

Mercy Health System; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a dedicated cafeteria worker to assemble and deliver patient trays, snacks, and supplements with a focus on accuracy and safety. The role includes sanitizing work areas, operating the dish room, and assisting patients at mealtime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong customer service skills. Mercyhealth offers comprehensive benefits and a team-oriented environment across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated customer service experience is desirable.
• Ability to follow scripts and safety/sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Read patient tray ticket orders and assemble trays.
• Deliver and serve patient trays, snacks and supplements.
• Assist patients with opening items and provide courteous service.
• Collect used trays, clear tables, and return items to the kitchen or dish area.
• Operate the dish machine and maintain sanitation of kitchen equipment.
• Take and record temperatures of food and equipment.
• Replenish stock with proper rotation and check supplies.
• Follow safety protocols with gloves and hair coverings.

Skills

Customer service

Food service

Safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a dedicated cafeteria worker to assemble and deliver patient trays, snacks, and supplements with a focus on accuracy and safety. The role includes sanitizing work areas, operating the dish room, and assisting patients at mealtime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong customer service skills. Mercyhealth offers comprehensive benefits and a team-oriented environment across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.