The Food Service Worker performs various jobs for patient food preparation. General Functions: • Performs duties for patient tray preparation, retail sales and catering • Assembles patients’ trays • Chops, slices and peels food • Transports carts to and from the different units • Delivers trays and snacks to the patient • Transports food to other areas as needed • Washes pots and pans by hand and by machine • Cleans and sanitizes dishes • Operates, cleans and sanitizes necessary equipment • Sweeps and mops all areas of the department • Collects and disposes of trash • Stocks and cleans nourishment rooms/refrigerators as assigned • Adheres to all local, state, and federal regulations • Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively • Maintains safe work environment • Addresses patient population-specific needs • Participates in Performance Improvement activities MINIMUM EDUCATION: Able to read, write and understand the English language. PREFERRED EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year in patient-feeding food service establishment REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: ANSI Accredited Texas Food Handler or ANSI Accredited Food Manager course or Certified Food Manager from the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District. #LI-JH5