Food Service Worker, Per Diem

Food Service Worker

Work Location: West Hills, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule A variable schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays per departmental needs

Salary Range: $21.57 - 21.57 Hourly Employment Type 6 - Staff: Per Diem Duration Indefinite

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

In this role, you'll work across all food service stations, ensuring each is properly set up before meal services with food items and equipment. You'll prepare, store and rotate items daily, follow proper sanitation and food handling procedures, and maintain a clean, organized work area. You'll present menus to patients, assist them with meal selections, and deliver meals according to the diet master list. After meal service, you'll collect trays, transport food carts to designated areas, and deliver snacks as needed. You'll also help maintain retail service operations, support dish room and pot room functions, and perform general housekeeping duties to keep the department running smoothly. Other related tasks may be assigned as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in food service, including food preparation, tray assembly and delivery.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English sufficient to identify food items and match them with menu selections.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced tray assembly environment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations without the use of a calculator.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of various diets and dietary restrictions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact professionally with coworkers, medical staff, patients, supervisors, and management.
• Ability to adhere to departmental dress code and appearance standards.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive physical activities such as stretching, bending, pushing, walking, lifting, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and push heavy carts safely.
• Willingness to attend and participate in departmental training sessions as required.