Food Service Assistant / Trayline - PRN at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD

Role Overview

Sanford Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Service Assistant to join our team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As a Food Service Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our food service department. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including preparing and serving food, maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, and providing excellent customer service.

This PRN (as needed) position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to work around your other commitments. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the food service industry and contribute to the well-being of our patients and staff.

Day in the Life

A typical day for a Food Service Assistant may include:

• Preparing and serving food items according to established recipes and guidelines.
• Setting up and maintaining a clean and organized serving area.
• Monitoring and recording food temperatures to ensure safety and quality.
• Restocking food and supplies as needed.
• Operating dishwashing equipment and cleaning kitchen areas.
• Providing friendly and efficient customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Following all safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assisting with inventory management.
• Handling cash and operating a computerized register.
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure smooth operations.

Why Sioux Falls, South Dakota?

Sioux Falls is a vibrant and growing city with a high quality of life. It offers a balance of big-city amenities and small-town charm, making it an ideal place to live and work. Some of the benefits of living in Sioux Falls include:

• Affordable cost of living
• Excellent schools and universities
• A thriving job market
• A strong sense of community
• Abundant outdoor recreational opportunities
• A diverse cultural scene
• Safe and friendly environment

Sioux Falls offers a great opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling career and a rewarding personal life. The city's strong economy and growing healthcare sector provide ample opportunities for professional growth, while its vibrant community and numerous attractions ensure there is always something to see and do.

Career Path

Sanford Health is committed to providing opportunities for career advancement. With experience and dedication, a Food Service Assistant can advance to positions such as:

• Food Service Lead
• Dietary Cook
• Food Service Supervisor
• Catering Assistant
• Specialty Food Preparation

Sanford Health also supports ongoing training and development to help employees reach their full potential.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this Food Service Assistant position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Sanford Health also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan (401k) with employer match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts

Sanford Culture

Sanford Health is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees. We value teamwork, respect, and dedication to providing the highest quality care to our patients. We offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Sanford Health fosters a culture of innovation and encourages employees to contribute their ideas and talents to improve our services. We are also committed to giving back to the community through various volunteer and outreach programs.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining the Sanford Health team as a Food Service Assistant, please submit your application online through our careers website. Be sure to highlight your relevant skills and experience, and include a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this position.

FAQ

1. What are the minimum age requirements for this position? The minimum age requirement is 16 years old.
2. Is previous experience required? Previous customer service or food service experience is preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided.
3. What are the physical requirements of the job? The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and walk long distances.
4. Is ServSafe certification required? ServSafe certification may be required depending on the location of hire.
5. What is the work schedule for this PRN position? The work schedule varies depending on the needs of the department.
6. What kind of equipment will I be operating? You may be operating equipment such as grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, dishwashers, refrigerators, and freezers.
7. What opportunities are there for advancement? Sanford Health offers various opportunities for advancement, including positions such as Food Service Lead, Dietary Cook, and Food Service Supervisor.
8. What is the dress code? The dress code is professional and appropriate for a food service environment.
9. What is the company's policy on breaks? Employees are provided with breaks in accordance with company policy and labor laws.
10. How does Sanford Health support employee development? Sanford Health offers various training and development programs to help employees enhance their skills and advance their careers.