Food Service Specialist - UH Lakewood (6a - 6:30p)

  • University Health
  • Kansas City, Missouri
  • Full Time

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Food Service Specialist - UH Lakewood (6a - 6:30p)101 Truman Medical Center Job Location UH Lakewood Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri Department Food Service UHLMC Position Type Full time Work Schedule 6:00AM - 6:30PM Hours Per Week 40 Job Description

Join Our Rockstar Food Service Team!

Are you someone who enjoys making people smile and believes good food is part of good care? Were looking for a dependable, upbeat team player to help serve patients with care, kindness, and a touch of flavor!

As a Food Service Specialist Team Member , you'll be the friendly face behind the scenes (and sometimes right at the bedside!) making sure meals are delivered with care, special diets are handled with precision, and every tray is just right. From menu selections to surprise snack runs and delivering supplements that help our patients heal, youll play a key role in the daily experience of those we serve.

What Youll Be Doing:

  • Helping patients choose their meals

  • Assembling, delivering, and picking up trays (youll get your steps in!)

  • Making sure special requests and dietary needs are met

  • Delivering snacks and supplements between meals (yes, youre the snack hero)

  • Stocking units with essentials

  • Assisting in basic food prep and service

  • Being a friendly, caring presence on the floor

What Youll Need:

  • High school diploma or GED (as of August 1, 2019)

  • A valid Food Handlers Permit (or be willing to get one within 30 days)

  • Basic math skills (dont worry, no calculus here)

  • A positive attitude and ability to get along with all kinds of people

  • Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team

  • The strength to lift up to 50 lbs and move carts (built-in gym session!)

  • Good motor skills you'll be bending, lifting, twisting, and reaching on the job

  • Strong verbal communication youll be talking with patients, nurses, and coworkers

  • Comfortable using the phone

  • A kind, empathetic approach with everyone you meet

Bonus Points (Preferred but not required):

  • One year of experience in an institutional food service setting

If you love making a difference, enjoy working with food, and want to be part of a team that cares just as much about kindness as it does about quality, wed love to meet you!

Job ID: 484628574
Originally Posted on: 7/9/2025

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