Food Service Worker Urbana Hospital (PRN)

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Food Service Worker Urbana Hospital

This is a PRN As Needed Position

Job summary

The Food Service Worker is primarily responsible for supporting kitchen operations through food preparation tray assembly sanitation and supply stocking. This role ensures timely safe and accurate meal production in accordance with department standards. While primarily kitchen-based this position is cross-trained to support patient tray delivery and basic floor service functions as needed contributing to overall patient satisfaction and efficient meal service operations.

Essential functions

• Assemble patient meal trays according to menus diet orders and portion guidelines ensuring accuracy and presentation standards

• Prepare and portion food items using standardized recipes production sheets and established food safety practices

• Perform ware washing and sanitation duties including cleaning dishes utensils pots/pans and kitchen equipment

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas equipment and workstations in compliance with health and safety standards

• Transport load and unload food carts supplies and products throughout the facility

• Stock and replenish food supplies and nourishment items maintaining appropriate par levels and minimizing waste

• Monitor and record food temperatures ensuring compliance with regulatory and food safety standards

• Support cost control efforts by following portion control guidelines rotating stock and reducing waste

• Cross-train and assist with patient tray delivery pickup and basic floor service duties as needed

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Experience

• Previous food service or hospitality experience (preferred)

• Experience working in a healthcare or institutional food service (preferred)

Skills and abilities

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :

• Basic knowledge of food preparation sanitation and safety standards

• Ability to follow standardized recipes portion guides and production sheets

• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment (e.g. dish machines ovens carts)

• Basic math skills for measurements portioning and inventory tracking

• Understanding of temperature control and food safety requirements

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Team-oriented with a willingness to support cross-functional duties including tray delivery

• Dependable with strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Basic communication skills to interact effectively with team members and staff

• Positive cooperative attitude with a focus on supporting overall service quality

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Food and Nutrition - Mercy Memorial

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .

Required Experience:

IC