What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Services Assistant position at Cincinnati Children's Hospital?
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties - Under the direct supervision of management, this position sets up, works, and cleans respective positions of the patient tray line, dish machine, pots & pans, and cafeteria. This position may deliver patient trays, and practices safe and sanitary habits while performing all assigned activities according to established standards. Maintain a clean environment for our patients, visitors, and employees. This position performs numerous activities that require interaction with co-workers and guests, must function as a team player, and provide prompt, courteous service that exemplifies our commitment to service excellence.
Operations - Assures that proper food handling, temperature readings, and sanitation procedures are followed. Maintains excellent customer service, while meeting our guests' requests. Dish room staff is to retrieve dirty trays, clean all dishes to prepare for use, empty trash, and take trash carts to dumpster.
Sanitation and Conservation - Complete required HACCP logs. Handle food in a sanitary manner; maintain food at temperatures above 140 or below 41 degrees. Dish Machine log and Sanitizer log is to be completed to meet Board of Health and Department standards.
Customer Service - Demonstrate effective customer service to fellow employees, customers, managers and visitors. Follow CARES standards at all times. Performs other duties s assigned.
Safety - Maintain safety program within the department. Ensure safety concerns are reported appropriately.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
No directly related experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Salary : $16 - $19
