What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Assistant III – Host/Hostess | Full -Time | Christiana Hospital position at ChristianaCare?
Are you someone who finds joy in helping others and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? At ChristianaCare, we don’t just deliver health care—we deliver health with compassion, excellence, and love.
We’re currently seeking a Full-Time Food Service Assistant III – Host/Hostess to join our dedicated Nutrition Services team. In this role, you’ll be the friendly face delivering meals and comfort to patients, ensuring their dietary needs are met with care and precision.
🕒 Your Schedule:
This position requires working all listed 10-hour shifts on a rotating basis, with start times between 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM and end times between 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Required Shifts Include:
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
7:45 AM – 6:15 PM
8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
8:15 AM – 6:45 PM
8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
💼 What You’ll Do:
Deliver meals tailored to therapeutic diets with accuracy and empathy
Collect and process patient menu selections and diet orders
Adjust menus based on dietary guidelines and patient preferences
Provide warm, attentive customer service to patients and families
Collaborate with clinical and dietary teams to ensure satisfaction and safety
High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
6 months of food service experience (preferred)
ServSafe certification (preferred)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to read diet orders and perform basic math
Comfort using iPads and basic computer systems
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout your shift
Must pass a physical exam and drug screening
Comfortable working in patient care areas and around cleaning supplies
Named one of Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals (U.S.), ChristianaCare is a nationally recognized health system committed to Love and Excellence in everything we do.
We Offer:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off and holiday pay
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Annual Care.com membership for backup child/adult care
Financial coaching, wellness reimbursements, and exclusive discounts
Career development and advancement opportunities
At ChristianaCare, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a mission. Become part of a compassionate team that’s transforming lives through service, innovation, and heart.
Apply today and help us deliver health with love. ❤️
This position has a starting rate of $18.08 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.15 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $22.18 per hour.
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Oct 6, 2025
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
Salary : $18 - $22
