Food Service Assistant | Part-Time | Rotation Shifts | Christiana Hospital - Newark Campus

Make a Meaningful Impact—One Tray at a Time

Are you someone who finds joy in helping others and takes pride in delivering excellent service? At Christiana Care
, we believe that every role contributes to healing and compassion—including those who nourish our patients.

We’re currently hiring a Part‑Time Food Service Assistant I to join our Food & Nutrition Services team at our Newark campus
. If you’re reliable, detail‑oriented, and passionate about making a difference, we’d love to meet you!

This is a rotating part‑time position with shifts scheduled between 6:00 AM and 9:30 PM
. Candidates must be available to work a combination of all the following shifts
:

• 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
• 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• 3:15 PM – 9:15 PM
• Occasional morning shift: 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM

Weekend and holiday rotations are required. Shift times may vary based on departmental needs.

• Assemble patient meal trays with care and accuracy, following dietary guidelines.
• Prepare trays for modified diets (e.g., pureed foods, thickened liquids).
• Operate dish machines and maintain sanitation stations.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety in all kitchen areas.
• Monitor equipment temperatures and sanitation levels.
• Follow infection prevention protocols, including proper food storage and glove use.
• Uphold Christiana Care’s values of Excellence and Love in every interaction.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform tasks like standing, walking, bending, and reaching.

• Competitive pay + weekend shift differentials
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits starting Day One (medical, dental, vision)
• Inclusive, supportive culture where you matter
• Growth opportunities in one of the nation’s leading health systems

Be part of something bigger. Help us serve with compassion and care—one meal, one smile, one patient at a time.

Apply today and start your journey with Christiana Care.

This position has a starting rate of $17.32 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $20.34 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.34 per hour. This pay rate/range represents Christiana Care’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.