Food Service Worker, Wilkes Barre Rehab Hospital (Part time, Evenings)

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Food Services Director or Assistant Food Services Manager, the Food Service Worker performs a variety of duties directly related to the set‑up, service, breakdown, and clean‑up resulting from the provision of food service to patients, clients, residents, employees and guests of Allied Services. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Work experience: Institutional or commercial food service experience (preferred).
• Special employment requirements: Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills for effective communication with staff and visitors; ability to read; ability to perform simple mathematical functions (calculations, conversions).

Physical demands

• Moderate work: duties may require exerting up to 25 lb of force occasionally (≈10‑33 % of shift), up to 10 lb frequently (≈33‑66 % of the time), and a negligible amount constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (including occasional patient transfers).
• Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in a strained position) throughout the shift.
• Individual will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time and transport self throughout the facility.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care appropriate to the age‑specific needs and culture of the patients served.

Accident or health hazards

Individual may be subject to minor burns, scrapes, cuts, slips, and falls in performance of normal duties.

Working conditions

Works in a well‑lit, ventilated area with occasional temperature variances (hot/cold) during normal duties.