Food Service Aide
Shepherd Center

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you'll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings.

Why Shepherd Center

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Shepherd Center which is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 BEST rehabilitation hospitals in the nation. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit and medical components on-site, allowing us to begin the rehabilitation process sooner than other rehabilitation hospitals.

We invite you to consider a life-changing career in Food Services at Shepherd, where you will play a vital role in providing necessary nutrition to our staff and patients, helping to facilitate their recovery. Our Food Service Aides have the opportunity to work in an inpatient hospital setting with set schedules. Our on-site education and in-service opportunities make it possible for you to expand your professional knowledge and skills.

We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all departments, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Shepherd Center, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

What You'll Be Doing

The Food Service Aide will maintain safe, accurate and timely staff and patient meal service while ensuring high standards of department sanitation, accurate cashiering and food production. This role provides necessary nutrition to Shepherd patients, helping to facilitate their recovery. This role collaborates with others to create an enjoyable and engaging environment.

Department

Shepherd Center Café

Schedule

We have full-time/part-time and day/night shift roles available.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Required Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Minimum Experience

One (1) year customer service experience preferred. On the job training will be provided.

Required Minimum Skills

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be able to read, write communicate and understand English.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Must be organized, efficient, and able to work independently and/or in a team setting.
• Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.
• Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Normal patient care environment.
• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Some potential exposure to infectious viruses.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION

None

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

One (1) year customer service experience preferred. On the job training will be provided.

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be able to read, write communicate and understand English.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Must be organized, efficient, and able to work independently and/or in a team setting.
• Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.
• Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Serv Safe Certification preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal patient care environment.
• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Some potential exposure to infectious diseases.

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