Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.50 - $15.75
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Worker's Compensation
Job Description
This position is with a healthcare facility that prioritizes resident care and safety, providing a supportive environment focused on health and well-being. The facility operates with a commitment to maintaining high standards of food service aligned with established policies, aiming to enhance the nutritional health and satisfaction of its residents through efficient and hygienic meal preparation and delivery. Known for its adherence to regulatory standards including HIPAA and infection control, the facility ensures that all staff members are supported through thorough training and clear procedural guidelines. This organization values teamwork, accountability, and respectful communication with nursing staff, residents, and other... Show More
Job Requirements
- must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties
- must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices
- must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
- must possess sight and hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses for adequate job performance
- must meet general health requirements including a medical and physical examination
- may require lifting of minimum 5 pounds and maximum 50 pounds periodically as needed
Job Qualifications
- must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of work areas
- must perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of duties
- must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices
Job Duties
- work with the facility's dietitian and food services director as necessary and implement recommended changes as required
- ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
- must adhere to all HIPAA requirements
- prepare and/or deliver juice, applesauce and pudding for med passes to the nurses' station at appropriate times
- complete set up of resident meals trays according to specified diets including napkins, place mats, silverware, glassware, and appropriate condiment for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
- placing appropriate hot and cold food items on residents' trays at mealtime according to menu, diet cards, or designated by the manager or cook
- prepare sandwiches, juices, special and meal items according to diet cards and place on trays at meal times
- prepare and/or deliver food items for restorative program as designated by policy
- deliver all meal trays to appropriate destinations on the nursing floor and retrieve trays at appropriate times, collecting any trays or dishware before end of shift
- breakdown all trays and put items through dish machine, put items away and restock machine with appropriate chemicals
- take out trashcans after each meal, sweep, mop, and sanitize work areas according to checklists or as deemed appropriate
- accept phone calls and requests from nursing staff and residents and fulfill requests in a timely manner
- assist cook when needed
- make authorized food substitutions
- assist in food preparation for special meals or parties
- prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations and use gloves and hairnets
- follow infection control precautions
- maintain cleanliness and safety of the department
- report hazardous conditions and accidents immediately to supervisor
- assist in maintaining food storage areas clean and properly arranged
- dispose of food and waste according to policy
- wear protective clothing when handling infectious waste
- report missing or illegible labels or MSDSs
- ensure food and supplies for next meal are available
- assist in inventorying and storing incoming food and supplies
- work in well-lighted ventilated areas with temperature variations
- maintain liaison with other departments to plan food services or activities
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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