Food Service Assistant

Job Summary • Occupation: Food Service Assistant • Specialty: Dietary • Salary: $18.00–$28.46 • Working Hours: As Needed • Shifts: Varies • On-Call: No • Degree Required: Basic Food Handler's Course (within 30 days of hire) • Position Type: Part Time (as needed) • Work Environment: Hospital • Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States • Visa Sponsorship: No Job Description We’re looking for Food Service Assistants who take pride in providing meals that support patient health and comfort. In this role, you’ll help portion and serve food for patients and staff, assist in kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, and support basic prep and storage duties. If you enjoy working behind the scenes in a supportive, fast-paced setting, we welcome your skills and teamwork. Key Responsibilities • Portion food for patients and staff • Wash dishes and maintain kitchen cleanliness • Store food and supplies properly • Follow all sanitation and safety guidelines • Perform other related food service duties as needed Collaborative Teamwork This role involves working closely with our dietary and clinical teams to ensure high-quality meal service and contribute to a clean, efficient kitchen environment. Qualifications • Completion of Basic Food Handler’s Course (within 30 days of hire, per Kern County Environmental Health Services) • Ability to read, write, and speak English • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions • Previous experience in food service, especially in healthcare, preferred but not required Benefits You'll Enjoy Part-time position; not benefit-eligible Welcome To RRH Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program. Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them. About Ridgecrest Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, It's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it. Location: Ridgecrest Regional Hospital · Dietary Schedule: Part Time as Needed, Varies Apply tot his job Apply To this Job