What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Associate - Nutrition Services position at Albany Med Health System?
Compensation: $17.25 to $22.50 / hour (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)
Why Join Glens Falls Hospital?
- Shift Premiums: Extra pay for evening and weekend shifts!
- Paid Training: No experience? We will teach you everything you need to know.
- Career Launchpad: Fast-track your growth into healthcare or advanced culinary roles.
The Impact You Can Make
At Glens Falls Hospital, you do more than serve food — you deliver comfort, care, and healing. As a Food Service Associate, you are a vital part of our patient care team. You will interact directly with patients, brighten their day, and ensure they get the nutrition they need to recover. If you love a fast-paced environment and want to make a real difference in your community, you belong here.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)
- Patient Connection : Take menu selections directly at the bedside and deliver meals with a smile
- Tray Assembly : Build accurate patient food trays using our computerized ticket system
- Cafeteria Service : Set up food stations, serve customers using proper food handling, and cashier transactions
- Inventory Management: Keep stock levels perfectly filled by organizing and rotating products in daily refrigerator and unit floor spaces
- Special Events : Help set up, decorate, and cater special hospital themes and holiday events
What You Bring to the Team (Qualifications/Experience)
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred (but not required)
- Experience: Customer service or food service experience is a plus, but not required
- Language & Math : Must be able to read, write, and understand English, alongside basic computation skills for cashiering
- People Skills: A warm personality capable of connecting with patients, guests, and coworkers
- Eager to Learn : Ability to grasp general nutrition principles and special patient diet modifications within 7–10 days
Salary : $17 - $23