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OverviewWelcome to Saint Joseph Hospital a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Mental Health resources for you and your family

Wellness Program with rewards up to $450

Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development

Adoption Assistance

Voluntary Protection: Accident Critical Illness Identify Theft and Pet Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs

Employer Discounts

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7500

Sign-on Bonuses up to $25000

Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24000

for eligible hiresLearn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and it's awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph HospitalResponsibilitiesJob SummaryParticipates in and supports all aspects of healthcare food service operations. Works with facility staff to provide optimal nutritional care and demonstrates excellent customer service to patients, guests and staff.Job Responsibility 1Follows healthcare food service industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements. Maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment, and machinery per regulations and facility guidelines.Job Responsibility 2Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements using required kitchen utensils and equipment. Maintains knowledge of recipe ingredients to respond to food allergy questions or requests.Job Responsibility 3Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high quality patient and customer experience. Ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.Job Responsibility 4May be responsible for one or more of the following: Cashiering Serving in the retail area Assembling, delivering and retrieving patient trays Performing cold food prep Performing utility assignments (e.g., dish washing, washing pots & pans, maintaining equipment) Performing catering functions and or delivering/picking up catered food Supporting inventory maintenance duties Supports / performs all department tasks as needed, including general cleaning of equipment and work areas (e.g., cleaning the tray line, equipment, coolers, office area, and emptying trash cans, etc.)QualificationsExperienceNo experience necessary.EducationHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.LicensureCurrent (within the past 12 months) ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications. If not currently certified, certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.Pay Range$15.92 - $22.79 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.