Orange,CA,USA Food Service Worker I-OC with $21-$25/hr Pay | Hiring

City of Hope Orange County is revolutionizing cancer care by delivering world-class expertise and specialized treatment close to home. Situated within an 11-acre academic cancer campus in Irvine, City of Hope Orange County hosts the Lennar Foundation Cancer Center—its state-of-the-art outpatient cancer center—and is preparing to open Orange County's only dedicated cancer specialty hospital in late 2025. This expansion marks a new era in comprehensive cancer care availability for the local community. The upcoming cancer specialty hospital will provide a full spectrum of advanced cancer care options—from prevention and early detection to treatment and survivorship. This facility will house 73 inpatient beds, advanced surgical suites, and will pioneer groundbreaking clinical trials alongside holistic patient support services such as rehabilitative therapy and spiritual care. The integration of outpatient and inpatient services under one roof will eliminate the need for patients to travel long distances for essential, lifesaving cancer treatments. This transformative approach underscores City of Hope's commitment to a vision of hope and healing for cancer patients in Orange County and beyond. The Food Service Worker role is an essential part of this healthcare environment, providing support in locations where food is prepared on the property. This position involves assisting with the setup and serving of food from counters and steam tables, maintaining the cleanliness and sanitization of kitchen equipment and workstations, and ensuring that kitchen areas, utensils, and equipment are kept in excellent condition. The role requires a reliable individual who contributes to the smooth operation of food services, assisting both staff and patients alike. As a Food Service Worker, duties include preparing hot or cold foods, adhering to food safety and temperature standards, reading recipes or product instructions, estimating food quantities, and operating various kitchen tools to prepare and serve meals. The position requires tasks such as brewing coffee and tea, replenishing and presenting food items attractively on service counters, and offering customer assistance when needed, including opening containers and cutting food upon request. Additionally, the role encompasses general stocking of service areas, keeping supply records, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. This position is critical to ensuring a hygienic and efficient kitchen environment, as it involves washing dishes, polishing silver, cleaning work surfaces, sweeping and mopping floors, and properly disposing of waste. Employees in this role receive training on allergy and foodborne illness prevention, participate in safety meetings, and must adhere strictly to company policies, safety regulations, and infection control guidelines. Honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and a commitment to workplace standards are paramount in this role. City of Hope Orange County offers multiple positions for Food Service Workers with day and evening shifts available on a full-time basis. Employee pay is competitive and based on factors including work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope strives to provide equal employment opportunities and a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful cancer care.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Ability to assist in food preparation and serving
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to operate kitchen utensils and equipment
• Ability to maintain cleanliness of work areas
• Ability to follow training and safety guidelines
• Good communication and customer service skills