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Food Service Worker
County of RiversideMoreno Valley, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Aug 2026
💰 $47,074/yr($37,378/yr – $47,074/yr)
About the role
Posting number: 26-54451-02
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Job classification: FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Food Services
Summary
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The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System's Medical Center is seeking Food Service Workers to join the team in Moreno Valley.
Under supervision, performs routine tasks related to the preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen areas; washes and cleans utensils and equipment; performs other related duties as required. The Food Service Worker is the entry-level classification in the Food Service Worker series and reports to a Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor. Incumbents receive initial training in the techniques and procedures essential to the classification's duties, performing work within a prescribed routine under the guidance of Senior Food Service Workers and Food and Nutrition Services Supervisors.
The Food Service Worker is distinguished from the Senior Food Service Worker in that the latter either performs the more skilled duties involved in the preparation and serving of food or serves in a lead worker capacity.
The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System's Medical Center is seeking Food Service Workers to join the team in Moreno Valley.
Under supervision, performs routine tasks related to the preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen areas; washes and cleans utensils and equipment; performs other related duties as required. The Food Service Worker is the entry-level classification in the Food Service Worker series and reports to a Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor. Incumbents receive initial training in the techniques and procedures essential to the classification's duties, performing work within a prescribed routine under the guidance of Senior Food Service Workers and Food and Nutrition Services Supervisors.
The Food Service Worker is distinguished from the Senior Food Service Worker in that the latter either performs the more skilled duties involved in the preparation and serving of food or serves in a lead worker capacity.
Work Schedule: 5/40 schedule, weekends are required and will have 2 off days during the week.
Meet the team!
Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!
For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.orgExamples of duties
• Load carts for serving in various units; push loaded food carts from kitchen to patient units, returning carts to kitchen.
• Serve guests in the Cafeteria or Coffee Shop; utilize cash register for sales.
• Pick up dirty trays, dishes, glasses, and eating utensils in various units.
• Help cooks and bakers keep area clean; clean serving areas and tables; assist in setting up and serving special dinners; fill condiment containers.
• Scrape and rinse dishes; load dishwasher and operate dishwashing machine; wash dishes, carts, pots, pans, and equipment.
• Assist in unloading, lifting and carrying foodstuffs from trucks and warehouse, placing items in designated areas.
• May assist Senior Food Service Workers in performing the more skilled duties (e.g., setting up tray line and serve on tray line); prepare trays for serving to patients.
• Serve guests in the Cafeteria or Coffee Shop; utilize cash register for sales.
• Pick up dirty trays, dishes, glasses, and eating utensils in various units.
• Help cooks and bakers keep area clean; clean serving areas and tables; assist in setting up and serving special dinners; fill condiment containers.
• Scrape and rinse dishes; load dishwasher and operate dishwashing machine; wash dishes, carts, pots, pans, and equipment.
• Assist in unloading, lifting and carrying foodstuffs from trucks and warehouse, placing items in designated areas.
• May assist Senior Food Service Workers in performing the more skilled duties (e.g., setting up tray line and serve on tray line); prepare trays for serving to patients.
• Maintain simple records; take and record food temperatures.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.
Experience: None required.
Must possess valid Food Handler's Card issued by County of Riverside.
Ability to: Read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English; maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations; lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects; maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients and others.
Experience: None required.
Must possess valid Food Handler's Card issued by County of Riverside.
Ability to: Read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English; maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations; lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects; maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients and others.
Supplemental information
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What’s Next?
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the County of Riverside's RUHS may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the Count
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