Demo

Food Service Worker I

UnityPoint Health
Dubuque, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
  • Area of Interest: Support Services
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
  • Department: Cafeteria
  • Shift: Days, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and every other weekend rotation.
  • Job ID: 184459

Overview

Shift: Full-time, Days, for 80 hours per pay period, holiday and every other weekend rotation

The Food Service Worker I provides safe, timely, and accurate preparation, assembly, delivery, and clean-up of meals and food items for patients, residents, and guests. This role supports quality care and customer satisfaction by following department procedures, food safety and sanitation guidelines, and customer service standards. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering patient trays and nourishments, assisting in retail/cafeteria service, cleaning and sanitizing dishes and equipment, stocking supplies, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

  • Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
  • Prepare and deliver patient trays according to dietary instructions
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in food service areas
  • Assist with inventory management and restocking as needed
  • Follow hospital policies, infection control, and safety protocols
  • Collaborate with nursing and dietary staff to ensure timely meal service

Qualifications

Education:

  • High School Diploma/GED is preferred, but not required

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team with FOCUS VALUES that Foster Unity, Champion Excellence, Seize Opportunities, and Owns the Moment with our team members and our patients in every interaction.

Salary.com Estimation for Food Service Worker I in Dubuque, IA
$29,544 to $36,794
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Food Service Worker I?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Food Service Worker I career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$30,417 - $40,552
Income Estimation: 
$29,500 - $36,608
Income Estimation: 
$57,620 - $74,708
Income Estimation: 
$44,630 - $63,234
Income Estimation: 
$30,417 - $40,552
Income Estimation: 
$29,500 - $36,608
Income Estimation: 
$57,620 - $74,708
Income Estimation: 
$44,630 - $63,234
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at UnityPoint Health

  • UnityPoint Health South Sioux, NE
  • Area of Interest: Nursing FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Fam Med- South Sioux City Shift: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Job ID: 185291 Overview UnityPoi... more
  • Just Posted

  • UnityPoint Health Des Moines, IA
  • Area of Interest: Nursing Sign On Bonus: $20,000 FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9 Department: Emergency Department- Luth Shift: Nights 7p-7a or Day/Night rota... more
  • Just Posted

  • UnityPoint Health Rapids, IA
  • Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4 Department: NICU Shift: 32 hrs per pay period, EVENINGS/NIGHTS, every ... more
  • Just Posted

  • UnityPoint Health Dubuque, IA
  • Area of Interest: Nursing Sign On Bonus: $10,000 FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Operating Rooms Shift: (4) 10 hour shifts: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, fo... more
  • Just Posted


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Food Service Worker I jobs in the Dubuque, IA area that may be a better fit.

  • Lone Tree Community School District Lone Tree, IA
  • Part-time: 10 am to 2 pm Perform required duties at meal functions. Prepare menu items according to recipes and serve food in an attractive manner. Practic... more
  • 28 Days Ago

  • Elior Fairfield, IA
  • Job Reference Number: 39586 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining Location: Fairfield , Iowa (US-IA) The Ro... more
  • 26 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!