CAFETERIA AIDE

Newporthospitalandhealth; Newport Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar

Life and Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval

Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan

Job summary

Newport Hospital & Health Services in Newport, WA is hiring a Cafeteria Aide to serve meals, stock supplies, and help with basic food preparation in a hospital cafeteria setting. You will work under the Dietary Manager and interact with residents, staff and visitors.

This role emphasizes good sanitation, infection control, and teamwork, with flexible days and variable shifts. Prior food service experience or training is preferred, and a Food & Beverage Card is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Food & Beverage Card required.
• Food service training or prior experience.
• Adheres to dress code and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, neat serving line and replenish supplies.
• Serve hot and cold food to residents, staff and visitors.
• Wash dishes and stock cafeteria and dining areas.
• Follow infection prevention and safe food handling procedures.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Newport Hospital & Health Services
714 W. Pine St
Newport, WA 99156, USA

Under the supervision of the Dietary Manager or Supervisor, the Cafeteria Worker performs a variety of food services, including serving food to residents, employees and visitors. Also is responsible for the clean-up and stocking of the cafeteria and food preparation areas. Cafeteria Aide will be responsible for washing dishes as needed, stocking supplies in Assisted Living Nutrition Rooms, and performing basic food preparation in food production areas. (Includes job titles such as Salad Maker, Vegetable Preparer, Cook’s Helper, Dessert Preparer, etc.)

Primary Scheduled Hours: Days, variable shifts, 80 hours per pay period

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains serving line in a clean, neat and organized manner; requests replenishments as needed.
• Serves hot and cold food on serving lines to visitors and employees.
• Replenishes the salad bar and keeps it clean.
• Replenishes silverware, napkins, cups straws, condiments, etc.
• Makes coffee; ensures coffee machines stay full.
• Ensures all beverage containers are full, i.e., soda, ice tea, juices.
• Wipes down tables and chairs in the cafeteria, or Assisted Living Dining Rooms, throughout the day with a hospital-approved cleaner.
• Clears any soiled dishes, trash from tables.
• Clears soiled dishes/trays; scrapes refuse into garbage containers; loads dishes/trays onto cleaning racks; rinses dishes/utensils.
• Disposes of trash/garbage in the appropriate manner.
• Loads and operates dishwashers: trays, dishes, cups, silverware; inspects cleaning to assure quality performance.
• Puts clean dishes and utensils away.
• Washes specified items by hand: pots, pans, knives, etc.
• Cleans refrigerators, freezers and other cafeteria equipment.
• Mops floors as scheduled and as needed.
• Puts away stock inventory; notifies supervisor when stock item needs ordered.
• Performs special cleaning duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains a good working relationship within the department and with other departments.
• Treats patients/families/visitors with respect and dignity.
• Observes infection prevention and control practices at all times; processes food items according to safe food handling procedures.
• Operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent.

Required Licensure / Certifications:

Food & Beverage Card.

Required Experience:

Food service training or prior experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Completes annual District-required and/or job-required educational requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Wears identification while on duty.
• Attends staff meetings annually and/or reads and returns all meeting minutes (as per department / contract standards).
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
• Represents the District in a positive and professional manner.
• Participates in department’s performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Demonstrates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well as the departmental Scope of Service.
• Communication with patients, residents, guests, family and staff is courteous, respectful and helpful.
• Maintains a clean, safe and accident-free environment.

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.

• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

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