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Trayline Attendant The Trayline Attendant prepares, assembles, and delivers patient meal trays in a hospital setting, ensuring every tray accurately reflects each patient's dietary needs. This role ...

Trayline Attendant Location: SIGNATURE HOSPITAL BROCKTON HOSPITAL - 91202006 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the ...

Trayline Attendant Location: LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - CEDAR CREST - 74848001 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided ...

Trayline Attendant Location: HOLY SPIRIT MEDICAL CENTER - 54302001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

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Room Service Trayline Worker

Peoria, IL · On-site

$17 - $18.89/hr

Approximately one month on the job experience necessary in order to learn trayline procedures, become familiar with trayline assembly and learn department and Medical Center policies and procedures.

Trayline Attendant Location: JOHNSTON HEALTH - 79540006 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview ...

Trayline Attendant Location: HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER - 99517001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Trayline Attendant Location: LAKE CITY MEDICAL CENTER - 72515001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Trayline Attendant

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$13 - $14/hr

Trayline Attendant Location: ERLANGER BARONESS HOSPITAL - 63112001 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Trayline Attendant Location: JOHNSTON HEALTH - 79540006 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided during the interview ...

Trayline Attendant

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$16.36/hr

Trayline Attendant Location: PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER - 31990001 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the ...

Trayline Attendant

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$15 - $16.56/hr

Trayline Attendant Location: HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER - 99517001 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Trayline Attendant Location: LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MUHLENBERG - 74848002 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided ...

Trayline Attendant

Lake City, FL · On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

Trayline Attendant Location: LAKE CITY MEDICAL CENTER - 72515001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Trayline Attendant Location: HOLY SPIRIT MEDICAL CENTER - 54302001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Trayline Attendant Location: LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - CEDAR CREST - 74848001 Workdays/shifts : Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided ...

Trayline Attendant Location: HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER - 99517001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Trayline Attendant Location: LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MUHLENBERG - 74848002 Workdays/shifts: Mornings and afternoon/evenings - varying days, and rotating weekends. More details will be provided ...

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How much do trayline jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for trayline in the United States is $16.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Trayline Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trayline Worker, you need attention to detail, basic food safety knowledge, and the ability to follow dietary instructions, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling procedures, and compliance with health and sanitation standards is important. Strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills help ensure efficient meal assembly and delivery. These skills are crucial for maintaining safety, accuracy, and quality in food service operations, especially in healthcare or institutional settings.

What are trayline workers?

Trayline workers are employees, typically in healthcare or food service settings, who assemble meal trays for patients or customers. They follow specific dietary requirements and menu selections to ensure each tray has the correct food items, utensils, and condiments. Trayline work involves teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to food safety standards. These workers play a crucial role in ensuring that meals are accurately and efficiently prepared for delivery.

What are typical challenges faced when working on a trayline team in a healthcare food service setting?

Working on a trayline team in a healthcare food service setting often involves fast-paced, repetitive tasks that require strong attention to detail to ensure each patient receives the correct meal according to specific dietary restrictions. Team members must communicate clearly and work efficiently together to meet tight meal delivery schedules. It can be physically demanding, as it may involve standing for long periods and handling trays and food items. However, it offers valuable experience in teamwork and customer service within a structured environment, which can help with career advancement in food service or healthcare support roles.

What is the difference between Trayline vs Food Service Worker?

AspectTraylineFood Service Worker
CertificationsFood Handler's Permit often requiredFood Handler's Permit often required
Work EnvironmentHospital, cafeteria, or institutional settingsRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Job ResponsibilitiesAssembling and delivering food trays, maintaining tray assembly lineServing customers, cleaning, food prep
Industry UsageCommon in healthcare and institutional food servicesWidespread in hospitality and food service industry

Trayline workers focus on assembling and delivering food trays in institutional settings, often requiring specific food safety certifications. Food Service Workers have broader roles in various food establishments, including customer service and food prep. While both roles involve food handling, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

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What states have the most Trayline jobs? States with the most job openings for Trayline jobs include:
Infographic showing various Trayline job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 55% Full Time, and 42% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $34,613 per year, or $16.6 per hour.
Trayline Attendant

Trayline Attendant

Aerotek

Lancaster, PA

$16.36/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Trayline Attendant

Job Description

The Trayline Attendant prepares, assembles, and delivers patient meal trays in a hospital setting, ensuring every tray accurately reflects each patient’s dietary needs. This role supports the food service team by keeping the trayline organized, clean, and efficient, while providing courteous and responsive service to patients and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble patient meal trays according to prescribed diet orders, portion guidelines, and established standards.
  • Verify that each tray matches the patient’s dietary restrictions, including allergies and texture‑modified diets.
  • Deliver meal trays to patient units in a timely and courteous manner.
  • Collect used trays from patient units and return them to the appropriate area for cleaning.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the trayline, equipment, and surrounding work areas.
  • Restock supplies such as utensils, condiments, beverages, and meal components to ensure continuous trayline operations.
  • Assist in the dishroom as needed, including handling dishes, utensils, and foodservice equipment in a safe and sanitary manner.
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
  • Provide friendly, professional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Collaborate with team members to support smooth and efficient foodservice operations.
  • Participate in occasional outside activities and events that require foodservice support, as needed.

Essential Skills

  • Experience in food service or food preparation, such as waitress, waiter, server, food prep, or food services worker roles.
  • Hands-on experience in foodservice operations, including food prep, line cook work, or food production.
  • Ability to follow detailed diet orders, portion guidelines, and dietary restrictions accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure correct meal assembly and adherence to dietary requirements.
  • Customer service skills with the ability to provide friendly and professional interactions with patients and staff.
  • Capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Willingness and ability to work rotating weekends and holidays, as well as varied shifts including evenings and extended hours as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a waitress, waiter, server, food prep, or food services worker.
  • Experience in roles such as cashier, cook, chef, or line cook within a foodservice environment.
  • Familiarity with hospital or healthcare foodservice operations is a plus.
  • Comfort working both in an indoor hospital setting and occasionally supporting outside activities and events.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with a diverse team.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital with modern design and open spaces that support a pleasant and efficient work experience. Support services have full control of policies and procedures at this location, giving the team autonomy and a clear voice in how operations run. The new facility creates meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement into leadership roles for high-performing team members.

Work Environment

This role is based primarily in an indoor hospital setting with access to modern, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and may occasionally involve participation in outside activities and events. The position includes rotating weekends and holidays, with the potential for evenings and extended hours based on business needs. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, with a strong focus on cleanliness, organization, food safety, and patient-centered service.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.36 - $16.36/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.