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Methodist Hospital Food Service Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Culinary Diet Tech Bedside

George, IA · On-site

$18.40 - $23.92/hr

With high-quality food as medicine, we bring new life into the world of hospital nutrition services and are making a difference in the lives of our patients every day. Work Schedule * Bedside ...

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42404 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity * Discount Program

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 41580 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity * Discount Program

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 42404 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity * Discount Program

Food Service Worker Job Reference Number: 41580 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment ... Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity * Discount Program

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How much do methodist hospital food service jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for methodist hospital food service in Iowa is $15.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Methodist Hospital Food Service?

A Methodist Hospital Food Service job involves preparing, delivering, and serving meals to patients, staff, and visitors while following dietary guidelines and safety regulations. Employees in this role ensure food is nutritious, properly portioned, and meets any specific dietary restrictions. Responsibilities may include assembling meal trays, operating kitchen equipment, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. Strong customer service skills and attention to detail are important for success in this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Methodist Hospital Food Service?

A typical day in Methodist Hospital Food Service involves preparing and assembling patient meals according to dietary guidelines, ensuring food safety and cleanliness, and delivering meals to patient rooms or dining areas. You might also be responsible for stocking supplies, washing dishes, and assisting with special dietary requests. Team members work closely with dietitians, nurses, and other food service staff to make sure each patient's nutritional needs are met. The environment is fast-paced and requires attention to detail, as well as a compassionate approach to patient interaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Methodist Hospital Food Service position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Methodist Hospital Food Service role, you need a solid understanding of food safety, basic food preparation, and sanitation practices, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with commercial kitchen equipment, familiarity with HACCP guidelines, and food handler certifications are commonly required. Strong teamwork, customer service, and time management skills make someone excel in this position. These abilities ensure high-quality meal service, patient satisfaction, and compliance with health regulations in a hospital setting.

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Infographic showing various Methodist Hospital Food Service job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,511 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Hospital Food Service Specialist - Full Time

Thedacare

Manchester, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life

Posted 29 days ago


ThedaCare rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Why ThedaCare?

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you're interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness -

  • Lifestyle Engagement
    • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
  • Access & Affordability
    • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :The Food Service Specialist coordinates the work required for the department including ordering food and supplies, and receiving and properly storing items needed for food production. Assists in maintaining work assignments and schedules, ensures department cleaning is completed as scheduled, and provides daily work direction to the team. Assists with onboarding new team members and follows up with assigned education requirements. Maintains daily and monthly data files, and assists with department reporting requirements. Assists with other tasks for general department operations as needed. At some locations, assists or directs the catering service. At skilled nursing facilities, completes preferences interviews, inputs data and documentation into software, and works in collaboration with the dietician.Job Description:

** This position will assist with catering needs, invoicing, stocking provider lounges/etc. **

Schedule:

  • 6a-2:30p M-F

  • No Holidays

  • Occasional coverage for weekends / PM shifts as needed

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Collaborates with multiple disciplines to effectively and efficiently provide the appropriate meal service needs for the patient or customer.

  • Delegates team member duties, as appropriate, in relation to work flow needs, and serves as a resource for team members, especially in the absence of a department leader.

  • Reviews the menu, assesses inventory levels, and orders food and supplies needed for the department.

  • Uses computer entry for order management and inventory control.

  • Organizes the storerooms, freezers, and coolers for optimal work flow and storage space. Maintains food storage guidelines/product rotation, and helps determine how to use stored food and avoid food waste.

  • Coordinates the food receiving process to ensure accuracy and quality of order.

  • Applies critical thinking to assess, plan, and implement day-to-day operations, and communicates updates to the team members, especially regarding food supply issues.

  • Prepares the department schedule or makes daily adjustments as necessary to ensure work is completed. Ensures that training and education and other work requirements are completed by all team members.

  • For facilities with catering service, reviews upcoming catering orders and coordinates work flow for preparation and delivery of the orders. Coordinates resources to cover any production and delivery conflicts. Accurately enters appropriate charges into the catering software, and processes the invoice or chargeback in the specified time requirements.

  • Monitors established food handling procedures, monitors temperature of food and equipment, etc., to ensure food safety and infection control practices are met. May update quality metrics.

  • Ensures cleaning assignments are completed as assigned, and coordinates special cleaning needs.

  • Uses necessary equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.

  • Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains an organized work area.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

  • Three years of experience in food production or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Manager ServeSafe food safety certification within three months of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of forty (40) pounds without assistance

  • Job classification is not exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Normally works in climate-controlled environment, although will be exposed to heat and humidity of cooking equipment, and cold from walk in coolers and freezers

  • Frequent standing with movement throughout work area

  • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments

  • May drive catering van to deliver catering service, as needed

  • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

  • Occasional high noise level in work environment

  • Possible exposure to hazardous materials

  • Interaction with department members and various catering customers.

Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

QUALITIES:

  • Ability to support, advance and live our mission and evidence of such:

    • Mission - Our reason for Being - To advance the health of our communities through excellence and discovery, inspiring each person to live their unique best life

  • Ability to support, advance and work toward our vision and evidence of such.

    • Vision - Who we Aspire to be - To be your trusted partner, transforming health care for everyone every day

  • Commitment to and evidence of demonstrating our guiding principles.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Scheduled FTE:1Location:ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah,WisconsinOvertime Exempt:NoWorker Shift Details:Days

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About ThedaCare

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We want to make exceptional care effortless for our patients. At ThedaCare, that means going above and beyond treating a particular condition – it means helping you achieve better health for life. You and your family are at the center of everything we do, from prioritizing your schedule when making appointments to designing our facilities for your comfort and convenience. Remaining proactive in your care allows us to better predict and prevent disease before complications arise, and when it comes to making important health-related decisions, we are here to support you. In every interaction, we want you to have full confidence the care you receive is purposeful, cost-effective and will help you continue enjoying life as you’ve planned it. ThedaCare is the third largest healthcare employer in Wisconsin, and the largest employer in Northeast Wisconsin with over 7,000 team members.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Neenah, WI, US

Year founded

1909