Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Forefront is a dedicated healthcare service provider committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through comprehensive and compassionate care. Known for its community-centered approach, Forefront operates in the healthcare and residential service sector, focusing on delivering top-notch healthcare support services including nutritional meal preparation and dining services to residents in various facilities. The company emphasizes a supportive work environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to resident wellness and satisfaction. Forefront adheres strictly to federal, state, and community regulations, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace for all employees, and a hygienic, pleasant environment for all residents.
The open position is an hourly role that requires flexibility to work various shifts including days, evenings, some weekends, and holidays. The role is crucial in supporting the nutritional needs of residents by setting up the dining area and trays for meal services while strictly adhering to food safety guidelines and dietary restrictions as per residents' individual requirements. This position offers a practical and rewarding opportunity for those interested in food service within a healthcare setting, with a focus on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Responsibilities include assisting cooks and supervisors with food preparation and service following specific procedures and guidelines, delivering meal carts to residents, and managing the cleanliness and organization of dining areas. Employees in this role must be accountable for maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, including refrigerator temperature logging and dishwashing, ensuring the kitchen area meets health and safety criteria.
In addition to these duties, this role expects the employee to be knowledgeable about and compliant with all relevant federal, state, and community rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This includes adherence to facility and departmental policies such as Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Contributions to meetings and ongoing participation in training and competencies are also key components of the role, underscoring the commitment to professional growth and the maintenance of necessary certifications or licenses. Forefront prides itself on not discriminating in its employment practices and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants irrespective of race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to establish or grow their career in healthcare support services, particularly in nutritional services and food handling. Candidates will find that working at Forefront offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a supportive and regulation-compliant working environment.
The open position is an hourly role that requires flexibility to work various shifts including days, evenings, some weekends, and holidays. The role is crucial in supporting the nutritional needs of residents by setting up the dining area and trays for meal services while strictly adhering to food safety guidelines and dietary restrictions as per residents' individual requirements. This position offers a practical and rewarding opportunity for those interested in food service within a healthcare setting, with a focus on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Responsibilities include assisting cooks and supervisors with food preparation and service following specific procedures and guidelines, delivering meal carts to residents, and managing the cleanliness and organization of dining areas. Employees in this role must be accountable for maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, including refrigerator temperature logging and dishwashing, ensuring the kitchen area meets health and safety criteria.
In addition to these duties, this role expects the employee to be knowledgeable about and compliant with all relevant federal, state, and community rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This includes adherence to facility and departmental policies such as Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Contributions to meetings and ongoing participation in training and competencies are also key components of the role, underscoring the commitment to professional growth and the maintenance of necessary certifications or licenses. Forefront prides itself on not discriminating in its employment practices and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants irrespective of race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to establish or grow their career in healthcare support services, particularly in nutritional services and food handling. Candidates will find that working at Forefront offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a supportive and regulation-compliant working environment.
Job Requirements
- 1 year food service preferred
- ability to read write and speak English
- basic food preparation knowledge
- sanitation and safety practices
Job Qualifications
- 1 year food service preferred
- ability to read write and speak English
- basic food preparation knowledge
- sanitation and safety practices
- knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements
- ability to work flexible hours including days evenings weekends and holidays
- good interpersonal and communication skills
Job Duties
- setting up dining area and trays for meal services adhering to food safety guidelines and dietary restrictions based on residents' needs
- assisting cook/supervisor with food preparation and service using specific procedures following guidelines and regulations
- delivering residents' meal carts and setting and cleaning assigned dining area(s) to serve residents
- accurately recording temperatures on refrigerators
- cleaning and stocking as needed
- washing and storing dishes adhering to overall sanitation and maintenance of the kitchen
- demonstrating knowledge of federal state and community rules regulations policies and procedures
- acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including human resources code of ethics business conduct health and safety regulations compliance requirements patient rights confidentiality and hipaa
- attending department meetings as required
- demonstrating accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certifications/licenses if applicable
- completing mandatory training and competencies annually
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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