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Food Service Worker – Urbana Hospital

This is a PRN "As Needed" Position

Job summary

The Food Service Worker is primarily responsible for supporting kitchen operations through food preparation, tray assembly, sanitation, and supply stocking. This role ensures timely, safe, and accurate meal production in accordance with department standards. While primarily kitchen-based, this position is cross-trained to support patient tray delivery and basic floor service functions as needed, contributing to overall patient satisfaction and efficient meal service operations. 

Essential functions

• Assemble patient meal trays according to menus, diet orders, and portion guidelines, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards  

• Prepare and portion food items using standardized recipes, production sheets, and established food safety practices  

• Perform ware washing and sanitation duties, including cleaning dishes, utensils, pots/pans, and kitchen equipment  

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, equipment, and workstations in compliance with health and safety standards  

• Transport, load, and unload food carts, supplies, and products throughout the facility  

• Stock and replenish food, supplies, and nourishment items, maintaining appropriate par levels and minimizing waste  

• Monitor and record food temperatures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and food safety standards  

• Support cost control efforts by following portion control guidelines, rotating stock, and reducing waste  

• Cross-train and assist with patient tray delivery, pickup, and basic floor service duties as needed  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Experience

• Previous food service or hospitality experience (preferred)  

• Experience working in a healthcare or institutional food service (preferred) 

Skills and abilities

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

• ​Basic knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safety standards  

• Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion guides, and production sheets  

• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment (e.g., dish machines, ovens, carts)  

• Basic math skills for measurements, portioning, and inventory tracking  

• Understanding of temperature control and food safety requirements 

Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment  

• Team-oriented with a willingness to support cross-functional duties, including tray delivery  

• Dependable with strong attention to detail and accuracy  

• Basic communication skills to interact effectively with team members and staff  

• Positive, cooperative attitude with a focus on supporting overall service quality 

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.