Hospitality Services

Job Summary

Provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Given authority to change incorrect diets according to diet order prescribed by the Medical doctor.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, inservice training programs, etc., as directed.
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist cook in preparing meals.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
• Obtain food supplies for next meal.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with residents meal. Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse food served.
• Assure that current dietary information is consistent with food served.
• Removed food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
• Prepare food, etc., in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as with our established policies and procedures.
• Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times.
• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precaution policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to your supervisor immediately.
• Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor on the shift in which they occur.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.

Qualifications/Requirements

EXPERIENCE

Food service experience preferred on the job training provided

EDUCATION

Minimum of 12th grade education or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift 20 lbs.