Food Service Worker

Salary : $38,873.78 - $48,957.83 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 26-54451-02
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System's Medical Center is seeking Food Service Workers to join the team in Moreno Valley.


Under supervision, performs routine tasks related to the preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen areas; washes and cleans utensils and equipment; performs other related duties as required. The Food Service Worker is the entry-level classification in the Food Service Worker series and reports to a Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor. Incumbents receive initial training in the techniques and procedures essential to the classification's duties, performing work within a prescribed routine under the guidance of Senior Food Service Workers and Food and Nutrition Services Supervisors.

The Food Service Worker is distinguished from the Senior Food Service Worker in that the latter either performs the more skilled duties involved in the preparation and serving of food or serves in a lead worker capacity.
Work Schedule: 5/40 schedule, weekends are required and will have 2 off days during the week.
Meet the team!
Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.
Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!
For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Load carts for serving in various units; push loaded food carts from kitchen to patient units, returning carts to kitchen.
• Serve guests in the Cafeteria or Coffee Shop; utilize cash register for sales.
• Pick up dirty trays, dishes, glasses, and eating utensils in various units.
• Help cooks and bakers keep area clean; clean serving areas and tables; assist in setting up and serving special dinners; fill condiment containers.
• Scrape and rinse dishes; load dishwasher and operate dishwashing machine; wash dishes, carts, pots, pans, and equipment.
• Assist in unloading, lifting and carrying foodstuffs from trucks and warehouse, placing items in designated areas.
• May assist Senior Food Service Workers in performing the more skilled duties (e.g., setting up tray line and serve on tray line); prepare trays for serving to patients.
• Maintain simple records; take and record food temperatures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience: None required.

Must possess valid Food Handler's Card issued by County of Riverside.

Ability to: Read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English; maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations; lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects; maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients and others.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Application Status : To confirm your application was received or check on the status of your application, log-in to, click on your name in the upper right corner, and click on "Applications & Status."


What's Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the County of Riverside's RUHS may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.

Sign Up for Job Alerts: Go to, click on "Careers," click on "County Job Openings," and click on "Subscribe to Job Alerts" icon.

Questions: For further information regarding this posting, contact the recruiter:
Edgar Manzo at View phone number on click.appcast.io or
Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
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BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at View phone number on click.appcast.io to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01


Are you a current regular, temporary, or per diem employee with Riverside University Health System - Medical Center (RUHS -MC)?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you currently possess a valid County of Riverside Food Handler card?

• Yes
• No

04


I understand I need to attach my Riverside Food Handlers card in order to be considered for this position.

• Yes
• No

05


How many years of professional work experience do you have preparing, handling, and/or serving food?

• None
• Less than a year of professional experience
• One year of professional experience, but less than two years
• Two years of professional experience, but less than three years
• Three years of professional experience, but less than four years
• Four years of professional experience, but less than five years
• Five years of professional experience, but less than six years
• Six years or more of professional experience

06


I understand and accept this position requires working weekends.

• Yes
• No

07


Are you able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English; maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations; lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects; maintain effective working relations with staff, patients and others?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

Required Question