Samaritan Healthcare
Job Category : Facilities & Support Services
Requisition Number : FOODP004340
Posted : January 2, 2026
Employment Type : Part-Time
Work Location : On-site
Hourly Range : $18.94 USD to $23.58 USD
Locations Samaritan Hospital Samaritan Hospital 801 E Wheeler Rd Moses Lake, WA 98837, USA
Serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.
Our Values At Samaritan Healthcare we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the community that we serve. We are committed to creating the best work environment for our professionals and the best care for our patients. The Food Preparer is responsible for providing friendly, courteous service to visitors and employees, assisting in the preparation of all foods for patients and personnel, operating a cash register, credit card transactions, payroll deductions, and making correct change. The individual in this position will fully understand the purpose and operation of Nutrition Services and use sound judgment when a situation dictates.
This is a per diem position working various shifts from Sunday to Saturday between 6:30 am and 7:30 pm.
EXTRA INCENTIVE:
In lieu of benefits, receive additional 12% differential.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares fruits, vegetables, salads, condiments, beverages and desserts for patient trays in a timely, sanitary manner.
Uses standardized recipes and avoids food waste as applicable.
Prepares food items for catering and sets up catering functions.
Maintains minimal stock of sandwich material, using proper sandwich‑making technique.
Portions cold foods for tray service and assists in tray assembly.
Cleans equipment, worktables, ranges, utensils, pots, and pans using proper techniques and cleaning solutions; follows posted cleaning schedules.
Uses cash register, credit card transaction and payroll deduction properly; counts change correctly and balances cash drawer after each meal period.
Tallies patient count by diets in a timely fashion.
Familiar with current Dietary Food Management system.
Sets up, transports, and serves patient trays in accordance with established schedule and procedures.
Maintains minimal stock levels in the doctor’s lounge.
Receives and properly stores food and supplies; rotates stock.
Works closely with Cook, Diet Assistant and Registered Dietitian to provide exceptional patient care.
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in the field of expertise.
Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies, including security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.
Ensures self‑compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as labor agreements.
Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the organization’s values.
Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance meets standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the organization.
Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, are handled in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The individual in this position reports to the Nutrition Services Director and works closely with other Nutrition Services staff to provide friendly, courteous food service to visitors and employees.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education : High school diploma or GED.
License : Current Washington State Food Handlers permit.
Experience : One year of food service experience preferred.
Ability to learn the operation of equipment and simple food preparation techniques.
Demonstrates competency on equipment listed on department‑specific checklist.
Critical thinking skills: seeks resources for direction, performs independent problem solving, and makes logical, deliberate decisions.
Performs actions that demonstrate accountability and exercises safe judgment in decision‑making.
Demonstrates competency in caring for customers/patients across the age continuum.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs).
Frequent prolonged standing and walking.
Pushes, pulls, or moves heavy equipment and supplies.
Considerable reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, and crouching.
Ability to communicate using verbal and written skills for accurate exchange of information with physicians, nurses, health care professionals, patients and/or family, and the public.
As a Samaritan Healthcare professional, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy of Samaritan Healthcare, personifying service and operational excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient, professional, physician, and student experience.
Education High School or better in General Studies.
Licenses & Certifications Food Worker Card (FWC)
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : FOODP004340
Posted : January 2, 2026
Employment Type : Part-Time
Work Location : On-site
Hourly Range : $18.94 USD to $23.58 USD
Locations Samaritan Hospital Samaritan Hospital 801 E Wheeler Rd Moses Lake, WA 98837, USA
Serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.
Our Values At Samaritan Healthcare we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the community that we serve. We are committed to creating the best work environment for our professionals and the best care for our patients. The Food Preparer is responsible for providing friendly, courteous service to visitors and employees, assisting in the preparation of all foods for patients and personnel, operating a cash register, credit card transactions, payroll deductions, and making correct change. The individual in this position will fully understand the purpose and operation of Nutrition Services and use sound judgment when a situation dictates.
This is a per diem position working various shifts from Sunday to Saturday between 6:30 am and 7:30 pm.
EXTRA INCENTIVE:
In lieu of benefits, receive additional 12% differential.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares fruits, vegetables, salads, condiments, beverages and desserts for patient trays in a timely, sanitary manner.
Uses standardized recipes and avoids food waste as applicable.
Prepares food items for catering and sets up catering functions.
Maintains minimal stock of sandwich material, using proper sandwich‑making technique.
Portions cold foods for tray service and assists in tray assembly.
Cleans equipment, worktables, ranges, utensils, pots, and pans using proper techniques and cleaning solutions; follows posted cleaning schedules.
Uses cash register, credit card transaction and payroll deduction properly; counts change correctly and balances cash drawer after each meal period.
Tallies patient count by diets in a timely fashion.
Familiar with current Dietary Food Management system.
Sets up, transports, and serves patient trays in accordance with established schedule and procedures.
Maintains minimal stock levels in the doctor’s lounge.
Receives and properly stores food and supplies; rotates stock.
Works closely with Cook, Diet Assistant and Registered Dietitian to provide exceptional patient care.
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in the field of expertise.
Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies, including security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.
Ensures self‑compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as labor agreements.
Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the organization’s values.
Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance meets standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the organization.
Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, are handled in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The individual in this position reports to the Nutrition Services Director and works closely with other Nutrition Services staff to provide friendly, courteous food service to visitors and employees.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education : High school diploma or GED.
License : Current Washington State Food Handlers permit.
Experience : One year of food service experience preferred.
Ability to learn the operation of equipment and simple food preparation techniques.
Demonstrates competency on equipment listed on department‑specific checklist.
Critical thinking skills: seeks resources for direction, performs independent problem solving, and makes logical, deliberate decisions.
Performs actions that demonstrate accountability and exercises safe judgment in decision‑making.
Demonstrates competency in caring for customers/patients across the age continuum.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs).
Frequent prolonged standing and walking.
Pushes, pulls, or moves heavy equipment and supplies.
Considerable reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, and crouching.
Ability to communicate using verbal and written skills for accurate exchange of information with physicians, nurses, health care professionals, patients and/or family, and the public.
As a Samaritan Healthcare professional, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy of Samaritan Healthcare, personifying service and operational excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient, professional, physician, and student experience.
Education High School or better in General Studies.
Licenses & Certifications Food Worker Card (FWC)
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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