Food Service Worker , Dietary, Flex, PRN

Harrison Memorial Hospital (HMH), located in Cynthiana, Kentucky, is a 61-bed, independent, non-profit healthcare facility dedicated to providing high-quality medical services to our community since 1906. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by Medicare and Medicaid, reflecting our commitment to excellence in patient care.

A Growing Network of Care

HMH is proud to offer comprehensive healthcare services through our diverse facilities and programs, including:

Harrison Memorial Hospital – A leading independent, not-for-profit hospital, providing cutting-edge medical care with a patient-centered approach.

Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) – Bringing quality primary care closer to our community, ensuring access to essential healthcare services in rural areas.

EMS Office – A highly trained Emergency Medical Services team, delivering rapid response and lifesaving care when it matters most.

Kid Town Daycare – A trusted childcare facility dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for our employees' families.

Specialty Clinics – Offering advanced specialty care, including cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, and more, ensuring patients receive expert care close to home.

Clinic Pharmacy – Providing convenient, personalized pharmacy services, ensuring seamless medication management for our patients and community.

At HMH, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community. Join us at Harrison Memorial Hospital, where you can be part of a dedicated team delivering exceptional healthcare in a community-focused setting.

Job Summary/Purpose

Prepares, seasons, and cooks’ meat, vegetables, soups, and hot breads according to defined recipes and menus for customers as written by the dietary manager. The cook prepares all food in safe and sanitary conditions. Prepare food in a timely manner according to recipes to produce the best quality product. Prepares food items and fills patients’ meal tray according to menu and dietary restrictions.

Washes pots, pans, and utensils per use. Keeps cooking area neat and clean, mops, and sweeps as assigned. Performs daily and weekly cleaning as assigned. Completes all forms as designated (e.g., sanitizer solution, storeroom, and refrigeration monitors.) Prepares salads, desserts, drinks, etc. for patient meal service according to defined recipes and menus for customers as written by the Dietary Manager.

Responsible for preparing food items and filling patients’ meal tray according to menu and dietary restrictions. Responsible for preparing food items as defined by the menu and following the tasks list. This position requires complete competencies in Food Service I and PM Cook within 6 months of hire.

• Sets up meal trays following diet order and patient menu choices.
• Deliver food carts to the nursing floor units.
• Returns soiled meal trays to kitchen and washes dishes and tableware.
• Inventories prepare and deliver stock to nourishment stations on nursing units.
• Keeps accurate cash drawer, counts money, and takes it to cashier.
• Handles food in accordance with sanitation regulations.
• Prepare food according to recipe and dietary restrictions.
• Plans cooking schedule to have food ready on time and adheres to 30-minute holding protocol.
• Cooks and serves food per HACCP regulations.
• Cooks proper amount of food according to patient and cafeteria census.
• Fills trays according to diet order and written menus.
• Put up incoming frozen and refrigerated foods.
• Thaws and preps food.
• Keeps the area clean and organized.
• Understands nutritional needs of patients/residents of all ages.

Role Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and Certifications – Post Hire

• Food Handler’s permit from approved accreditation

Required Minimum Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of cooking
• Works cooperatively
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food service experience in a healthcare setting

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT

Food Handler’s permit within 3 months of hire

This job reports to the Department Manager

This is a As Needed position
Varies between 5a-6p, as needed by department
.