Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant in healthcare are responsible for serving meals and providing food service to patients and staff in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living centers. They may also be referred to as dietary aides or dietary attendants.

Duties of Food Servers, Nonrestaurant in healthcare may include:

Preparing and serving meals to patients and staff

Setting tables, stocking supplies, and cleaning up after meals

Operating and maintaining kitchen equipment

Preparing and portioning food items

Following health and safety regulations and guidelines

Assisting with inventory and ordering of food and supplies

Helping to plan and prepare special diets for patients with specific needs

Communicating with patients and staff to ensure their needs are met

Assisting with food preparation and delivery for special events

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant in healthcare should have experience working in a food service environment and knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. They may have a high school diploma or GED and may receive on-the-job training.