Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers, All Other

Food preparation and serving related workers, all other in healthcare refer to workers who perform food preparation and serving related tasks in healthcare settings, but do not fit into one of the more specific job categories, such as dietary aide, cook, food service manager, or waitstaff. These workers may be responsible for a variety of tasks related to food preparation, service, and clean-up, depending on the needs of the healthcare facility where they work.

Some specific examples of duties that food preparation and serving related workers, all other in healthcare may be responsible for include:

Assisting with the preparation of meals and snacks for patients, residents, and staff

Setting tables and serving food in dining rooms or other designated areas

Cleaning up after meals, including washing dishes, sweeping and mopping floors, and wiping down countertops

Assisting with inventory management and food storage

Providing customer service to patients, residents, and staff

Assisting with menu planning and food ordering

Overall, food preparation and serving related workers, all other in healthcare play an important role in ensuring that patients and residents receive nutritious, appealing meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences, as well as providing support to other food service staff in the healthcare facility.