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Food Service Worker - Dietary

Desert Care Network
Joshua Tree, CA Intern
POSTED ON 8/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/12/2026
Overview



Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Shift: Rotate

Job type: Per Diem

Hours:

Performs a variety of duties related to the preparation and serving of food; cleans kitchen area and cooking utensils.

Responsibilities

  • Serves patient meals on tray line, in accordance with established schedule and procedures.
  • Cleans the kitchen area and cooking utensils.
  • Carries dishes and foods between kitchen and serving lines.
  • Operates dishwasher to ensure all dishes and utensils are clean.
  • Prepares coffee and urns for food service.
  • Prepares, loads, transports, and cleans food carts.
  • Collects, processes, and disposes of trash, cans, bottles, and similar debris and transports to disposal area.
  • Trains utility personnel per utility job description.
  • Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
  • Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
  • Participates in hospital educational programs and in-service meetings as requested.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Previous Experience In Dietary/food Service Preferred

San Bernardino County Food Handler’s Certification (may be obtained 14 days after hire)

Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

, $27.50 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Previous Experience In Dietary/food Service Preferred

San Bernardino County Food Handler’s Certification (may be obtained 14 days after hire)

,

  • Serves patient meals on tray line, in accordance with established schedule and procedures.
  • Cleans the kitchen area and cooking utensils.
  • Carries dishes and foods between kitchen and serving lines.
  • Operates dishwasher to ensure all dishes and utensils are clean.
  • Prepares coffee and urns for food service.
  • Prepares, loads, transports, and cleans food carts.
  • Collects, processes, and disposes of trash, cans, bottles, and similar debris and transports to disposal area.
  • Trains utility personnel per utility job description.
  • Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
  • Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
  • Participates in hospital educational programs and in-service meetings as requested.

Salary : $28

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