Associate, Food Service Worker III

2400 Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall in Newburgh, NY is seeking a Dietary & Gift Shop aide to manage patient meals and related clerical tasks under the supervision of the Chief Dietitian.

The position requires basic computer skills, good customer service, and English language proficiency; HS diploma or equivalent preferred. Alternate weekends and varied hours with 7.5-hour shifts are typical for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; able to read and write English.
• Prior customer service and/or food industry experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills; able to work with Windows OS.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Chief Dietitian, responsible for all dietary needs for patients on assigned unit, including assembly and delivery of patient meals during scheduled shift.
• Performs clerical tasks to track information concerning patient diets, meal selections, preferences and complaints.
• Complies with hospital standards, regulatory agencies, JC.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

City/State: Newburgh, New York

Department: Dietary & Gift Shop

Bargaining Unit: 1199

Work Days: ALTERNATE WEEKENDS, MON-FRI, VARIED HOURS

Scheduled Hours: Hours Vary

Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS

Hourly Rate/Range: $21.36

Sign-On Bonus: N/A

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Chief Dietitian is responsible for all dietary needs for patients on assigned unit/s, including assembly and delivery of patient meals during scheduled shift. Performs a variety of clerical tasks which relate to the tracking of information concerning patient diets, meal selections, preferences and complaints. Complies with standards established by Hospital, regulatory agencies, and JC.

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Experience: Prior customer service and/or food industry experience preferred. Basic computer skills and work with Windows-type operating system required. Ability to handle confidential information. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills to interact positively with nursing staff, patients, families, and other employees. Must have an understanding of weights and measures. Must be able to relay/follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Licensure, Registration or Certification: n/a

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For 150 years, Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall (MSLC) has been a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare in Orange County, fostering a healing environment through community collaboration, dedicated staff, and a rich history. What began as a modest three-bed hospital in 1875 has grown into a comprehensive healthcare system with two campuses and a wide range of outpatient services. MSLC is a member of the Montefiore Health System and provides care to more than 250,000 patients annually. The organization includes a 242-bed acute care hospital, with a geographic coverage area that serves a population of 400,000 people. MSLC is proud to provide care locally, and when needed, offer seamless transitions to world-class medicine throughout the Montefiore Health System (MHS). Being part of MHS has allowed MSLC to expand our capabilities and offer cutting-edge healthcare to our community. MSLC is a Magnet designated organization, with notable recognition from Healthgrades, the American Heart Association, and various other agencies. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, which sets the standards for the delivery of quality health care. MSLC has more than 350 physicians on staff, representing dozens of medical specialties. Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall strives to be the employer of choice by offering comprehensive benefit packages that are designed to meet the needs of today's workforce. We are committed to assisting employees to achieve optimal health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefit packages include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a generous paid time off plan, as well as various other optional benefits.