Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Riverside Health System, located in Gloucester, Virginia, is a reputable healthcare establishment dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and support services. As part of its commitment to excellence, the Food & Nutrition Department plays a critical role in ensuring that patients, residents, guests, and customers receive nutritious, safe, and delicious meals tailored to their dietary needs. Riverside Health System is known for its comprehensive healthcare services and patient-focused approach, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for its employees. The system emphasizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement in all aspects of care, including meal services, which are integral to patient recovery... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 1 year food preparation experience preferably in a high volume restaurant, hotel or healthcare kitchen preferred
- 1 year culinary experience preferred
- Allergen Awareness Certification - VA State - ANSI-approved Allergen Awareness certificate program within 180 days required
- Food Handlers Card (FH) - VA State - ANSI-approved Food Handlers certificate program within 30 days required or Food Protection Manager - VA State - ANSI approved Food Protection Manager Certification - VA State required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- 1 year food preparation experience preferably in a high volume restaurant, hotel or healthcare kitchen preferred
- 1 year culinary experience preferred
- Allergen Awareness Certification - VA State - ANSI-approved Allergen Awareness certificate program within 180 days required
- Food Handlers Card (FH) - VA State - ANSI-approved Food Handlers certificate program within 30 days required or Food Protection Manager - VA State - ANSI approved Food Protection Manager Certification - VA State required
Job Duties
- Prepare food items for both patient or residents as applicable and non-patient food services, following all production plans, recipes and cooking instructions to provide consistent, high quality menu items and meet guidelines established by management
- Maintain a working knowledge of food safety, infection control and sanitation regulatory compliance requirements and Department policies and procedures, following all necessary guidelines to prevent cross-contamination or foodborne illness
- Demonstrate accountability for ensuring availability of information necessary to ensure positive patient or customer outcomes providing them with service above and beyond expectations to ensure a memorable food and dining experience
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge to follow therapeutic menus and allergy guidelines, to ensure patients or residents receive consistent quality nutritional care within their therapeutic guidelines and as ordered by the physician as well as provide for the safety of food served to all customers
- Prepare all special request food items, as necessary
- Demonstrate the competence to complete prep work including, but not limited to slicing deli meat, chopping vegetables, preparing salads and sandwiches, short order grill cook, specialty pizza prep etc
- Serve on the patient tray line and cafeteria serving line using proper portion control and plating techniques
- Demonstrate a knowledge of weights and volume measurements
- Demonstrate the proper use of all kitchen equipment and possesses the skill set to select the appropriate piece of equipment to complete the assigned food preparation
- Demonstrate the competency to properly clean and sanitize equipment and work area
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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