Food Service Specialist I

Job Summary

Performs food service tasks and other related duties in accordance with healthcare standards. Provides excellent customer service while serving guests. Under direct supervision, learns to perform a variety of food service functions including patient tray line, floor care, cart wash, trash, grease, garbage removal, manual ware wash, and dish machine operation in accordance with healthcare sanitation regulation.

Education

Food Service Specialist (I), (II), & (III)

Education Type

Program of Study

Required/Preferred

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

N/A

Preferred

Experience

Competency

Position

Completion of on the job training in Food Services.

All

Perform a variety of food service functions including patient tray line, floor care, cart wash, trash, grease, garbage removal, manual ware wash, and dish machine operation in accordance with healthcare sanitation regulation.

All

Ability to teach and train hires in designated area.

Food Service Specialist II & III

Hostess/Catering duties. Assists other members of Food & Nutrition services in patient meal tray service and related activities.

Food Service Specialist III

Certification & Licensures

Food Service Specialist (I)

Type

Required/Preferred

Texas Food Handler’s Certification

Required,

within 30 days of start date

Food Service Specialist (II) & (III)

Type

Required/Preferred

Texas Food Manager Certification

Required,

within 90 days of start date