Food Service Worker

Food Service WorkerLocation: Linville, North Carolina | Full-time | Non-ExemptWhy You'll Love Working HereAs a Food Service Worker at UNC Health Appalachian, you'll play an essential role in supporting patient care by ensuring every meal is safe, nutritious, and delivered with care. You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven team that values service, teamwork, and community.This is an opportunity to make a difference for patients, visitors, and staff while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.Compensation: Starting at $16.00/hour, based on education and experienceSchedule: Full-time; Shifts Vary, including weekends and holidaysBenefits: Applicable benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA option; supplemental insurance options; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement/certification bonuses; paid parental leave; wellness incentives; may be eligible for childcare assistance; and employee discountsBenefits Eligibility: Applicable benefits will begin on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.What You'll Do as a Food Service WorkerAssemble, prepare, and deliver timely meals to patients, visitors, and staffMaintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen, prep, and dining areasFollow proper food handling techniques and safety protocolsProvide friendly, efficient customer service in every interactionAssist with dishwashing, sanitation, and general cleanup dutiesSupport kitchen operations while adhering to UNC Health Appalachian quality and safety standardsQualifications/LicensesPreferred Qualifications:High school diploma or GEDPrior experience in a food service or healthcare settingKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledge of food safety regulations and proceduresExcellent customer service and teamwork skillsAbility to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentBasic computer literacy (Word, Excel, and nutrition software)Willingness to assist with dishwashing and sanitation as neededPhysical & Work EnvironmentLifts, pushes, pulls, or transfers up to and over 50 lbsFrequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout shiftsExposure to hot surfaces, cleaning agents, and hospital environment risksVariable schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidaysWhat Sets Us ApartCareer Growth: Access ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and the opportunity to grow through our Career Pathways Program.Impactful Work: Your role directly supports patient care and safety in our hospitals and clinics.Community & Lifestyle: Located in Boone, North Carolina, UNC Health Appalachian offers the opportunity to live and work in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with access to hiking, skiing, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and year-round outdoor recreation.Meaningful Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive insurance coverage, retirement benefits with employer match, paid time off, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and college savings resources, an award-winning wellness program, employee-to-employee financial assistance, and discounts to attractions such as Dollywood and Tweetsie Railroad.Inclusive Culture: UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and is committed to creating a fair, inclusive hiring process and a workplace where every team member is respected and valued.Ready to make a difference in a role that truly serves others? Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as a Food Service Worker and help make life better for the patients, families, and community we proudly serve.About UNC Health AppalachianUNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply "making life better."About UNC HealthUNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.