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Food Services Assistant

Ephraim McDowell Health
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Mar 2026

About the role

Under general direction, performs general trayline functions; receives and interprets diet orders and ensures correct food selections are offered and served to patients. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

 

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works in an institutional food service environment. Working environment is well-ventilated, well lighted, and temperature controlled. Subject to slips and falls due to wet floor surfaces and cuts and burns from equipment. Safe work habits required. Job requires one to be in a stationary position, moving around the unit and a moderate amount of positioning objects up to 25 lbs. independently. Must be able to adjust to a moderate pace of work with time deadlines. Must possess sanitary work habits, good customer service and communication skills. Safe use of chemicals and weekend work required. Work assignments may be rotated to better serve customers and patients.

 

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Other Associates, patients, dieticians, management, patient’s families, and visitors.

 

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

(see competency check list)

Qualifications

Previous food service experience preferred.

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Company

Ephraim McDowell Health

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