Food Services Assistant-Brook Lane Laurel Hall Frederick

Meritus Health is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Food Services Assistant at our Laurel Hall location to join our Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will support the preparation, packaging, delivery, and service of nutritious meals for students, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, deliver, and serve meals while following safe food handling guidelines and student dietary restrictions.
• Complete and maintain required temperature logs in accordance with Maryland Department of Health regulations.
• Safely operate a Meritus-owned delivery vehicle, adhering to all traffic laws.
• Sanitize food service equipment, delivery vehicles, and containers to ensure a safe environment.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and follow the Meritus Code of Conduct in all interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in food preparation and handling required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no moving violations in the past 3 years preferred). Annual certified copy of driving record required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.