Food Service Attendant

Food Service Attendant Fort Belvoir, VA Job Details Full-time $15 - $18 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Food handling Inventory management Customer service Cooking Bussing Long-term care facility experience Sanitation procedures Plating Dietary department experience Safe environment creation Food industry Dietetics Guest services Clean workspace maintenance Hospital experience Entry level Time management Full Job Description Job Overview Join our team as a Food Service Attendant and become a vital part of providing nourishing, delicious meals in a dynamic environment. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, serving, and maintaining food service operations that ensure the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming atmosphere for residents, patients, or guests while supporting the dietary needs of diverse populations such as assisted living residents, nursing home patients, or hospital visitors. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills and contribute positively to the well-being of others. Responsibilities Prepare and serve meals according to dietary guidelines and safety standards, ensuring timely delivery to residents or guests Assist with food production tasks including cooking, portioning, and plating meals in accordance with established recipes and procedures Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, dining spaces, and food handling equipment to meet health regulations Support dietary department operations by bussing tables, cleaning food service areas, and assisting with food storage and inventory management Ensure proper food handling techniques are followed to uphold food safety standards and prevent contamination Assist with meal setup, serving residents or guests with courteous customer service while respecting individual dietary restrictions Follow all safety protocols related to sanitation, food preparation, and kitchen equipment operation to promote a safe working environment Qualifications Previous experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly preferred Knowledge of food production, preparation techniques, and food safety regulations Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced setting Experience with dietary accommodations and understanding of dietetic principles is a plus Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor Ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation Basic kitchen experience including cooking, cleaning, bussing tables, and food handling procedures Join us in making a difference through nutritious meal service! We value energetic individuals who are dedicated to supporting healthful living environments while developing their culinary expertise. This is more than just a job — it's an opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of those we serve.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person