Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
May 30, 2025
Department:
16000786 Food Services Buffalo
Shift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:
Variable shift length
Hours Per Week:
24
Union Contract:
SEIU-4-Buffalo-Service Workers-SBU
Weekend Rotation:
Every Other
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in the industry and relevant work experience
- 0.6 FTE (48 hours every two-week period)
- Variable shift length, day/evening shifts: 1p - 8p during the week and every other weekend 1230p -8p
- Every other weekend rotation
- SEIU-represented, benefit-eligible position
Job Description:
Assist with the preparation and delivery of meals to all service areas including patients, cafeteria, catering and others. Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety. Washes all dishes, trays, cookware, carts and utensils. May also operate a cash register.
Principle Responsibilities
- Assists in preparation and set-up of assigned food for patients and employees.
- Follows cycle menus, modified menus and standardized recipes when preparing food.
- Assembles patient food trays according to dietary needs.
- Delivers and retrieves patient food trays.
- Prepares items for meal service in cafeteria.
- During meal service, correctly restocks product and maintains area.
- May set up catered meals and snacks as scheduled.
- May operate cash register.
- Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.
- Checks temperatures regularly prior to serving food.
- Labels, dates, covers and stores food properly.
- Utilizes sanitizing techniques for food, self and equipment.
- Disposes of garbage and waste properly.
- Washes all dishes, trays, cookware, carts and utensils.
- Assists in putting away grocery orders.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED with one year of food service experience
- 0 to 2 years of experience in food service and/or sanitation standards required with high school diploma or GED
Physical Demands
- Medium Work:
- Lifting weightUp to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $19.21 to $24.23 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Paid Caregiver Leave
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
