Food Service Associate

Now Hiring: Food Service Associates

Looking for a stable job with growth opportunities, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a difference every day?

Join a leading healthcare system's food service team and help provide quality meals and exceptional service to patients, visitors, and hospital staff throughout the Pittsburgh area. Whether you have prior food service experience or are looking to build new skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door with a respected healthcare organization.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Potential for Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time Employment

Merit-Based Pay Increases

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Assistance & Career Development Programs

Professional Healthcare Environment

Opportunities for Internal Growth & Advancement

Work That Positively Impacts Patients Every Day

What You'll Do

As a Food Service Associate, you'll play an important role in supporting hospital food service operations and ensuring patients, visitors, and staff receive high-quality meals and excellent service.

Daily Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing, serving, and distributing meals while following food safety standards
• Working in various areas including: Tray Line, Cafeteria, Dish Room, Storeroom, Food Preparation Areas
• Assisting customers and operating cash registers when needed
• Washing, sanitizing, and organizing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness through mopping, sweeping, and general sanitation tasks
• Portioning and presenting food accurately and attractively
• Supporting coworkers to ensure timely meal service
• Following safety, sanitation, and healthcare food service procedures

What We're Looking For

We're seeking dependable, customer-focused individuals who enjoy working in a team-oriented environment.

Ideal Candidates Have:

• Food service, hospitality, restaurant, cafeteria, or healthcare experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Good communication abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks

Bonus Experience:

Hospital or healthcare food service

Cashier experience

Tray line experience

Dishwashing and sanitation

Housekeeping or janitorial experience

Knowledge of food safety procedures

Schedule

Full-Time Shifts Available

Day Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Afternoon Shift: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

• Monday through Friday schedules
• Occasional weekends as needed
• Structured hours in a professional healthcare setting

More Than Just a Job

This position offers a pathway into one of the region's leading healthcare systems, where employees are recognized for their contributions and given opportunities to grow professionally. Many team members build long-term careers through internal advancement, training programs, and educational support.

Whether you're coming from a restaurant, cafeteria, hospitality, retail, housekeeping, or healthcare experience, this role provides valuable experience and the opportunity to build a rewarding future.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh, PA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.