The Catering Associate performs a variety of tasks based on their particular shift assignment; all positions emphasize patient visitation for meal preferences, tray accuracy and meal assembly, meal distribution, dish room responsibilities, and restocking of work areas and hospital unit pantries. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides menu to patients based on diet orders and obtain meal selections. Assembles, delivers, and retrieves meal trays. Communicates with managers, dietitians, and nurses to meet meal service needs of patients. Assists in the dish room. Stocks unit pantries with supplies as needed.