Food Service Worker - Quick Hire!

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services across multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities in Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With a commitment to the communities it serves, Southcoast Health fosters inclusive and ethical workplaces where skilled caregivers deliver comprehensive, world-class healthcare close to home. Recognized as the Best Place to Work for seven consecutive years, Southcoast Health emphasizes a culture of well-being that values diversity, respect, and community engagement. Southcoast Health is currently seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join its team at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA. This is a per diem position requiring flexibility with day and evening shifts, including weekend and holiday rotations. Working as part of the Food & Nutrition Department, the Food Service Worker supports the main kitchen operations, ensuring all stations are properly set up, maintained, and cleaned according to stringent safety and sanitation protocols. This role is crucial in maintaining high standards for food preparation, storage, and distribution to support patient care and satisfaction. The Food Service Worker will be responsible for following written instructions meticulously, handling food items with care, and ensuring accurate portion control using the proper utensils. They will perform essential duties like breaking down stations, cleaning kitchen equipment, and ensuring that all food items are correctly labeled, dated, and rotated. Southcoast Health offers competitive pay ranging from $16.32 to $21.85 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and development through leadership training. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes a generous earned time off program, employee wellbeing initiatives, a 403B retirement plan with company matching, tuition assistance, and federal loan forgiveness programs. Southcoast Health is a culture-driven employer that values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees. Vaccination against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 is required unless medically or personally exempt. This role is a perfect fit for candidates who thrive in a community-focused, ethical, and supportive setting while contributing to patient-centered food service excellence.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• previous experience in food service or related field preferred
• ability to follow written instructions
• ability to stand for extended periods
• must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 or have approved exemption
• availability to work per diem with flexible shifts including weekends and holidays