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Food Production Worker

St. Tammany Health System
Covington, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Production Worker position at St. Tammany Health System?

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift times vary between 10:00 am - 8:00 pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the preparation of the hot and cold food for the Room Service program

according to instructions and within the established time standards. Accepts

responsibility for food and adherence to recipes. Prepares food according to patient’s

order and does not substitute without patient’s permission. Remakes food as

requested/needed to ensure quality and accuracy. Compiles with changes in production.

Sets up items for assembly line for this meal and preps/replenishes for the next.

Responsible for setting up and maintaining the grill, preparing omelets, breakfast

items, lunch items according to directions. Maintains clean work and eating environment.

Makes breakfast sandwiches and replenishes supplies to all areas. Communicates

politely and effectively with staff, customers and patients. Assumes the role of patient

advocate. Helps wherever and whenever needed including training others. Identifies

and resolves issues with HAACP compliance. Demonstrates acceptance of CARES

and HAACP standards. Collects and disposes of garbage. Responsible for and maintains

equipment, cleanliness of kitchen, clean floors, breaking down boxes, etc. Cross-trained

to work other food production worker positions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED preferred. Two {2} to five {5} years food production

Experience preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow both verbal

and written instructions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to work

anytime weekdays, weekends and holidays between the hours of 5:30 AM and 8:30 PM.

This position is considered essential during emergency conditions. Exhibits consistent

customer/patient focus showing courtesy and respect. Consistently follows guidelines/recipes for food preparation and exceeds patients’/customers’ expectations. willingness to comply with dress code, CARES and HACCP standards. Must be able to think logically and make decisions based on experience and training. Must have excellent knowledge of or ability and willingness to learn about all diets/modifications and menu items. Must be able to follow diet guidelines when preparing meal orders.

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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