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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $27.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
competitive hourly wage
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Forefront Healthcare is a distinguished and specialized healthcare service provider known for delivering high-quality culinary and support services across the continuum of care. The company takes pride in its refined, tailored approach that aims to enhance the patient and resident experiences within various healthcare settings. With an emphasis on quality, innovation, and compassion, Forefront Healthcare partners with senior living communities and healthcare facilities to consistently elevate standards and outcomes in food service management. Recognized as the number one "Best Places to Work" by Modern Healthcare, Forefront Healthcare fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment that values the contributions of every... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- minimum one year of food service experience in a health care dietary setting
- ability to read, write, and speak English
- knowledge of quantity food preparation and therapeutic diets
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days
- ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, some weekends, and some holidays
- motor coordination and manual dexterity to prepare food and operate dietary equipment
- ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
- familiarity with federal, state, and facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- willingness to adhere to defined safety codes and emergency protocols
- patience and tolerance toward staff, residents, and family members
Job Qualifications
- ability to read, write, and speak English
- high school graduate or equivalent education is preferred
- preference is given to persons with education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets
- minimum one year of food service experience in a health care dietary setting is desired
- have general knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment
Job Duties
- Coordinate food preparation and meal service
- plan and initiate a cooking schedule for food preparation to meet the meal schedule
- prepare, season, cook, and serve for assigned meal
- ensure appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards
- prepare nutritional snacks for patients as directed by the Dietary Manager
- creatively collaborate with Dining Management on special events and menus
- monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service
- in the absence of the Dietary Manager, check and inspect food products and supplies as delivered
- supervise and assist in the storage of supplies and food products
- determine the amount and type of food and supplies as required for daily menus
- notify the Dietary Manager of food, supplies, or equipment needs
- report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions to the Dietary Manager
- supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Manager
- clean equipment and work areas as assigned by the Dietary Manager
- be knowledgeable of federal, state, and the facility’s rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- attend and present in-service educational programs
- follow defined safety codes while performing all duties
- understand the facility’s fire and disaster plans and follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies
- perform other department duties assigned by the Dietary Manager
- motor coordination and manual dexterity are required to prepare food and operate dietary equipment
- willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
- appreciate the value of food and dietary equipment and an awareness of the requirement for careful handling and economy of serving
- ability to read, understand, and follow recipe directions, diet orders, and work assignments
- able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation
- must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family members
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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