Dietary Associate (Per Diem)

Overview:

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospital provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospital receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area. When you come to Calvary Hospital, you’re not just getting a job, you’re joining a family.

Benefits/Perks:

• Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalency required. 
• Ability to read, writes, speak and follow written and oral directions in English.
• Knowledge of standard computer applications required.
• Must be flexible to work all scheduled shifts.
• Courtesy and tact in dealing with patients, visitors, nursing staff and other personnel.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Responsibilities:

The Dietary Associate is responsible for preparation and service of food items as per menu specifications for patients' meal service.  Prepares between meal and other nourishments as needed.  Works assigned station on patient tray line.  Responsible for cleanliness of work area and for safe, sanitary handling of food, equipment and supplies. Prepares various cold foods: salads, sandwiches, fruits, desserts, beverages and serves hot food. Maintains and verifies cash bank and cash on hand.    Maintains FIFO system. Responsible for the sanitation of work, storage, table and seating areas.  Work with the department dietary software to collect/input/print patients’ menu selections.

Job Type:

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day and Evening

Salary:

$24.8624/hourly