Food Services Worker

Hiring A Food Service Worker In Mechanicsburg, Pa!

The Food Service Worker is responsible for preparing and serving food and beverages to customers while maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and customer service. This role may include light cooking and barista duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and plating.
• Deliver meals to patients/residents and assist with tray setup.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and service areas.
• Follow food safety protocols and infection control procedures.
• Communicate with nursing staff and dietary team regarding patient needs.
• Record meal counts and assist with inventory as needed.
• Provide friendly, efficient customer service to patients, staff, and visitors.

Essential Skills

• Experience in food service and food preparation.
• Knowledge of food handling and safety protocols.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cooking, baking, or working as a line cook or chef.
• Experience as a cashier or in hospitality.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Why Work Here?

Working for a nationally-based company supporting a retirement community in Central PA offers consistent work without the fear of downsizing or layoffs.

Work Environment

The role is set in a healthcare/retirement setting with a generally indoor environment. The work schedule is 7am-3:30pm with rotating weekends off, including holidays. The environment is smoke-free with moderate to loud noise levels and may include supervising outdoor activities and events. The schedule may require evenings, holidays, weekends, and extended hours as business needs dictate.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract to hire position based out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mechanicsburg, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.