Food Service Associate | Per Diem/As Needed | Newark Wayne Community Hospital

About the role

As a Food Service Associate, you will perform necessary food service duties related to preparation and service of food to patients, residents and customers of RRH facilities. Department: Food & Nutrition Services. Location: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, 1200 Driving Park Avenue, Newark, NY 14513.

Responsibilities

• Assembly of all patient, resident and customer meals or nourishments according to menu and diet specifications while utilizing proper food handling practices in a timely and organized manner.
• Responsible for the delivery of food carts, to and from the units while maintaining excellent customer relations.
• Responsible for accurate delivery and filling of supplies to units as required.
• Assist with maintaining organization of the coolers, freezers, and dry storage to facilitate inventory control.
• Maintain work areas in a safe, sanitary and orderly manner, demonstrating proper equipment use and sanitation techniques.
• Replenish work stations and supplies for the next meal or shift.
• Responsible for safe operation of food service equipment and utilizing personal protective equipment according to manufacturer labels and SDS information.
• Maintain a positive representation of Food and Nutrition Services through professionalism, hygiene and uniform.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation preferred.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Able to prioritize and follow verbal and written instructions highly preferred.
• Customer service driven highly desired.

Pay

Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour. The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full‑time applicant; it may be modified in the future and is eligible for additional pay components.

Schedule

Hours Per Week: Per Diem (As Needed). Schedule: Evenings Mon‑Fri 4:15 p.m.–8:00 p.m. and Weekends: 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Full availability to work weekends is desired.