Food Service Associate

Position Overview United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a dependable and service-focused Food Service Associate to join our Nutrition Services team. In this role, you'll assist with preparing, serving, and delivering meals to patients, visitors, and staffhelping to ensure safe food handling and a clean, welcoming environment. Whether assembling meal trays or stocking supplies, your attention to detail helps support both quality care and comfort.

As a Food Service Associate, your role goes beyond mealsyou help create a comfortable and caring experience for every patient and guest. At UHS, we believeevery connection matters, and the work you do each day plays a meaningful part in the healing process.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

Food and Nutrition Services, UHS Binghamton General Hospital

Primary Work Shift:

Multiple shifts available

Compensation Range:

$17.05 - $22.17 per hour, depending on experience

You will be eligible for benefits if you are hired into a regular position with at least 24 scheduled weekly hours.

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Job Responsibilities

• Assemble patient and resident meal trays according to individual meal orders and place trays into carts for delivery to designated units
• Accurately portion and package salads, desserts, beverages, and other meal components following dietary guidelines and portion control standards
• Prepare and distribute nourishment items and floor supplies based on patient or resident dietary needs and unit requests
• Assist in the dish room by cleaning and sanitizing trays, carts, cookware, and utensils, and ensure proper restocking of china, silverware, and other service ware
• Follow safe food handling practices and general sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment; accurately complete required HACCP forms
• Monitor inventory levels and restock kitchen supplies and tray line items to support efficient meal assembly and continuous service
• Operate commercial dish machines and other cleaning equipment to provide clean and sanitized dishware, glassware, and utensils
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclable materials from kitchen and service areas in accordance with safety and sanitation protocols
• Prepare short-order items and beverages for customers at deli and hot food stations, assembling food requests according to standard portion sizes and presentation guidelines
• Demonstrate knowledge of daily menu items and assist customers with meal selections, including accommodating special dietary requests when possible
• Support catered events by assisting with setup, food delivery, and cleanup as needed, and help decorate the facility for special occasions or themed events
• Perform various support tasks such as filling ice machines, backing up cashier or assistant cook roles, assisting with food prep during non-peak hours, and completing detail cleaning of high-use areas and equipment

Position Qualifications

Minimum Required:

• Not Applicable

Preferred:

• High School or equivalent

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Why Youll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connectionto patients, to purpose, to each othermakes a difference. Thats why were intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, were here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, were here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home Located in New Yorks Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a careerwe offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

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About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New Yorks Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the regions population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our missionwed love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.