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Riverside Health System, located in Gloucester, Virginia, is a comprehensive healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional care and services to its patients and community. As a reputable health system, Riverside emphasizes quality, safety, and a patient-centered approach throughout all its departments. The Food & Nutrition Department plays a vital role within this organization, ensuring that all patients, residents, guests, and customers receive nutritious, safe, and appealing meals to support their health and enhance their dining experience. The department adheres to strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards to maintain a safe environment and minimize risks related to foodborne illnesses or contamination. The Food Service Worker position at Riverside Health System is a crucial part of the Food & Nutrition Department. This role operates under the direct supervision of department leadership and involves preparing a variety of hot and cold menu items for both patients or residents and non-patient food services. The Food Service Worker is responsible for following all production plans, recipes, and cooking instructions meticulously to deliver consistent, high-quality meals that meet management guidelines. This position requires a strong knowledge of food safety practices, infection control, proper sanitation techniques, and regulatory compliance to prevent cross-contamination or foodborne illnesses effectively. In addition to meal preparation, Food Service Workers at Riverside provide excellent customer service, aiming to exceed patient and guest expectations by delivering a memorable food and dining experience. They are expected to demonstrate accountability in the availability and dissemination of necessary information to ensure positive outcomes for those served. Collaboration and positive interaction with team members are essential to deliver seamless, timely, and accurate meal services. The position also requires an understanding of therapeutic menus and allergy guidelines to ensure that meals meet the specific nutritional needs of patients and residents according to physician orders. Food Service Workers prepare special requests and perform various food preparation tasks such as slicing deli meats, chopping vegetables, preparing salads and sandwiches, grilling, and specialty pizza preparation. Handling the patient tray line and cafeteria serving line with proper portion control and plating techniques is part of the daily responsibilities. Competency in measuring weights and volumes, selecting appropriate kitchen equipment, and practicing proper cleaning and sanitizing methods is essential for maintaining the high standards of the department. The role demands someone who is dedicated to food safety and committed to fostering a safe work and dining environment for both staff and customers. Riverside Health System requires Food Service Workers to obtain necessary certifications, including Allergen Awareness, Food Handlers Card, or Food Protection Manager certification within stipulated timelines. Preferred candidates will have prior culinary experience, ideally in high-volume settings such as restaurants, hotels, or healthcare kitchens. Candidates should possess at least a high school diploma or GED. This full-time opportunity provides the chance to join a respected team focused on healthcare excellence and community well-being. Riverside Health System supports its employees with career growth and development programs, and joining the Food & Nutrition Department means becoming part of an integral team that directly impacts patient care and satisfaction through quality nutrition. To learn more about opportunities at Riverside Health System, interested candidates can visit www.riversideonline.com/careers.

• High school diploma or GED
• Food Handlers Card (FH) - VA State - ANSI-approved within 30 days or Food Protection Manager Certification - VA State required
• Allergen Awareness Certification - VA State - ANSI-approved within 180 days required
• 1 year food preparation experience preferred
• 1 year culinary experience preferred