**Overview** Welcome 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 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. Saint Joseph is part of CommonSpirit Health a non-profit Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175000 employees and 25000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states. **Responsibilities** **Key Responsibilities** **1. Food Safety and Standards Compliance** + Adhere to healthcare food service industry standards, regulations, and guidelines. + Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage. + Prevent cross-contamination and follow personal hygiene requirements. + Ensure proper labeling of food products. + Safely store food equipment and machinery in accordance with regulations and facility guidelines. **2. Food Preparation and Service** + Prepare and serve food according to the menu and dietary requirements using necessary kitchen utensils and equipment. + Maintain knowledge of recipe ingredients to address food allergy inquiries or requests. **3. Quality Customer Experience** + Follow organizational standards to provide a high-quality experience for patients and customers. + Ensure proper meal portioning and aesthetically pleasing presentation of food. **4. Additional Duties** + May perform one or more of the following tasks: + Cashiering + Serving in the retail area + Assembling, delivering, and retrieving patient trays + Performing cold food preparation + Performing utility tasks (e.g., dishwashing, washing pots & pans, maintaining equipment) + Catering functions, including delivering and picking up catered food + Assisting with inventory maintenance + Performing general cleaning duties, including cleaning work areas, equipment, coolers, and trash disposal. **Qualifications** **Experience** + No experience necessary. Training will be provided. **Education** + High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Licensure** + Current ServSafe® Allergen and Food Handler Certifications (within the past 12 months). + If not currently certified, certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire. **Pay Range** $15.00 - $21.47 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.