Food Service Worker - Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

Position Summary:
The Food Service Worker plays an essential role in delivering timely and nutritious meals to patients, visitors, and staff while upholding a high standard of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and dining areas. This role involves a variety of meal service tasks, including assembly, final preparation, and dish-washing as needed, all with a focus on quality service and food safety practices. The Food Service Worker acts with compassion, respecting the dignity and unique attributes of each person they serve, embodying the mission and values of UNC Health Appalachian.

Why Join Us?

• Compensation: Starting pay begins at $15.00 per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to grow within a reputable healthcare system that values quality and community impact.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to the High Country community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, prepare, and deliver meals promptly to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
• Practice safe food handling in line with UNC Health’s food safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service, contributing positively to patient, visitor, and team member experiences.
• Assist with dishwashing and other kitchen tasks as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Experience: Previous experience in a food service or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Skills: Knowledge of food safety regulations, basic computer skills, and ability to work well in a team setting.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift, push, pull, or transfer over 50 pounds; prolonged standing, walking, bending, and other physical activities.

Working Conditions:

• Regular exposure to food preparation areas, requiring frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and reaching.
• Flexible work hours, including weekends and holidays, with continuous standing or walking for shifts lasting up to 8 hours.

About UNC Health Appalachian

UNC 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 Health

UNC 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.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.

For accommodations or additional information, contact recruitment@apprhs.org.

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