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Food Service Worker
Penn State Health
Location : Hershey, PA, 17033
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $2.50/hour
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Union:
Penn State Health-Hershey Medical Center
Location:US:PA: HersheyWork Type:Full TimeFTE:1.00Shift:Varied
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hourNight Shift Differential:$2.50/hourHours:VariedRecruiter Contact:Nicholas Wine at nwine1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible to properly prepare, portion, label, store and serve food for patients and retail customers following department policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Six (6) months experience in food service required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well
- Be Balanced
- Be Secured
- Be Rewarded
- Be Supported
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Teamsters Local 776
Union:
Freqently Asked Questions
At Penn State Health in Hershey, Food Service Workers receive an additional $2.00 per hour for evening shifts and $2.50 per hour for night shifts. This shift differential helps boost overall pay, rewarding flexibility and willingness to work less conventional hours in food service roles.
While a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, Penn State Health prioritizes hands-on experience. Six months in food service is required, but ongoing training and certifications related to food safety or patient nutrition can improve job prospects in Hershey’s medical center.
Food Service Workers focus on preparing, portioning, labeling, and serving food safely to patients and retail customers. Unlike supervisory roles, they ensure compliance with strict hospital protocols, balancing efficiency with individualized patient dietary needs in a healthcare environment.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail in food handling, and the ability to follow health regulations are essential. Additionally, teamwork and communication help navigate varied shifts and diverse patient dietary requirements efficiently.
Hershey’s healthcare sector experiences steady demand for food service roles due to the large patient population. Competition is moderate; candidates with prior experience and flexible availability often stand out in local hiring processes.
Hershey offers accessible transportation via car and limited public transit options. Many workers rely on personal vehicles due to varied shifts. Planning for evening or night shift travel is advisable, considering safety and traffic patterns.
Penn State Health emphasizes professional development with specialty certifications and continuing education opportunities. Workers benefit from a culture valuing advancement, unlike some hospitals that offer fewer structured growth paths in food services.
Besides standard medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period, Penn State Health provides a comprehensive rewards program focusing on well-being, balance, security, and support, setting it apart from typical food service employment benefits.
Yes, these roles are covered under Teamsters Local 776 union. Union membership often ensures negotiated wages, shift differentials, and workplace protections that enhance job stability and working conditions compared to non-union food service jobs.
Food Service Workers in Hershey typically earn between $12 and $16 per hour. Penn State Health offers competitive compensation with additional shift differentials, positioning its pay scale slightly above average for similar hospital food service roles in the region.
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