Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Food Service Tech I reports to the Food Services Manager. This position is responsible for maintaining the kitchen area and equipment.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers and patients.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, cafeteria, and workstations through general cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing.
• Clean soiled dishes utilizing proper procedure and technique and store in an appropriate and safe manner.
• Sort and remove trash, place in correct area for disposal.
• Ensure quality and regulatory standards are met and maintained.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Licensure and Certifications: N/A
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months experience in a food service production area, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.