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Food Service Assistant III (Host/Hostess) | Part-Time - 30 Hours Weekly | Christiana Hospital - Newark Campus

Christiana Care Health System
paid time off, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, Delaware, Newark
4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road (Show on map)
Sep 26, 2025
Job Details Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day - Join ChristianaCare as a Food Service Assistant III (Host/Hostess)! Are you someone who finds joy in helping others and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? At ChristianaCare, we don't just deliver health care-we deliver health with compassion, excellence, and love. We're currently seeking a Food Service Assistant III - Host/Hostess to join our dedicated Nutrition Services team. In this role, you'll be the friendly face delivering meals and comfort to patients, ensuring their dietary needs are met with care and precision. Your Schedule: This position requires working all listed 10-hour shifts on a rotating basis, with start times between 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM and end times between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Required Shifts Include: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM 7:45 AM - 6:15 PM 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM 8:15 AM - 6:45 PM 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM Weekend and holiday rotation is also required. What You'll Do: Deliver meals tailored to therapeutic diets with accuracy and empathy Collect and process patient menu selections and diet orders Adjust menus based on dietary guidelines and patient preferences Provide warm, attentive customer service to patients and families Collaborate with clinical and dietary teams to ensure satisfaction and safety What You'll Bring: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred) 6+ months of food service experience (preferred) ServSafe certification (preferred) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to read diet orders and perform basic math Comfort using iPads and basic computer systems Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout your shift Must pass a physical exam and drug screening Comfortable working in patient care areas and around cleaning supplies Why Choose ChristianaCare? Named one of Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals (U.S.), ChristianaCare is a nationally recognized health system committed to Love and Excellence in everything we do. We Offer: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous paid time off and holiday pay 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Annual Care.com membership for backup child/adult care Financial coaching, wellness reimbursements, and exclusive discounts Career development and advancement opportunities Be Part of Something Bigger At ChristianaCare, you're not just taking a job-you're joining a mission. Become part of a compassionate team that's transforming lives through service, innovation, and heart. Apply today and help us deliver health with love. This position has a starting rate of $18.08 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.15 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $22.18 per hour. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Post End Date Oct 10, 2025 EEO Posting Statement ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/