The Food Services Associate is responsible for preparing and serving foods to patients, visitors and hospital team members while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
Job Summary
The Food Services Associate is responsible for preparing and serving foods to patients, visitors and hospital team members while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
The role requires accurate assembly of patient trays according to diet orders and allergy restrictions, ensuring quality nutritional care within diet therapy guidelines.
The position promotes a safe work environment and positive communication with patients, families, and internal customers.
Matching Summary
The Food Services Associate is responsible for preparing and serving foods to patients, visitors and hospital team members while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
food safety and sanitation standards
meal preparation and service
portion control and plate presentation
therapeutic menu adherence
food production regulatory compliance
FIFO food inventory system
Nice-to-have
positive interpersonal relations
effective communication with internal customers
flexibility and reliability
time management during heavy workload
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or GED preferred
1 year prior food service experience preferred
VA State ANSI-approved Allergen Awareness Certification within 180 days
VA State ANSI-approved Food Handlers Card within 30 days or Food Protection Manager Certification