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Food Service Worker- Starter

Sentara
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026 CLOSED ON 9/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker- Starter position at Sentara?

Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Food Service Worker- Starter.

Position Status: Full Time, Days, 12-hour shifts, half-day Fridays, and every-other-weekend coverage

Position Location: Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

$1,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified candidate!

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits!

Overview

Primary responsibility is supporting the patient tray line and ensuring the meal assembly process runs efficiently. The Starter must maintain a consistent and efficient pace throughout meal service to keep up with the Server and ensure trays are completed and delivered within established delivery times for the nursing units.
The tray line operates as an assembly-style process. The Starter initiates each patient tray and receives the appropriate plate from the Server before passing the tray to the Dining Associates. The Dining Associates then complete the tray and place it in their carts for delivery.
In addition to tray line responsibilities, the Starter will support the dishroom throughout the day. This includes breaking down patient trays returned by the Dining Associates and preparing them for the Utility team to wash.
The Starter will also be responsible for maintaining adequate supplies at the tray line to support meal service, including drinks, chips, condiment cups, napkins, and other necessary items.

Experience

Previous experience working in food services is highly preferred

Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs
  • 401k/403B, 401a plans
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Work Perks

For more information about our employee benefits, CLICK HERE!

Sentara Health exists to be the trusted partner to individuals around the community in their journey to health and well-being by providing healthcare that is simple, seamless, personal, and more affordable. We are practicing the future of healthcare today!

Keywords: cook, food service, hospital cafeteria, virginia beach, indeed

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