Clerk - Dietary Department

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township, Gardiner (NJ, ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clerk for the Dietary Department. This role involves processing diet orders, managing menus, and assisting during meal services, ensuring patients receive their meals safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for food service, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care. Join a team committed to high-quality, patient-centered healthcare and contribute to improving community health in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Responsible for processing diet orders and managing menus.
• Assist on the patient tray line during meal service.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and relay information.
• Assist patients with menu selections and substitutions.
• Coordinate menu preparation with patient schedules.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Communication Skills

Menu Management

Basic Knowledge of Nutrition

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Clerk - Dietary Department
Req #: 0000145328

Category: Clerical / Administrative Support

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus

Department: Dietary Management

Location:

MMC Southern Campus,
600 River Road, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Job Overview:

The Clerk position is responsible for processing diet orders, managing menus, and preparing production tallies for the kitchen staff. The role includes assisting on the patient tray line during meal service and performing cafeteria duties.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• One year of food service experience and basic knowledge of nutrition, including therapeutic diets

Scheduling Requirements:

• Variable days and hours, such as 6:00am-2:30pm and 10:30am-7:00pm
• Every other weekend
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Answer telephones, take messages, and relay information
• Assist patients and families with menu selections and substitutions
• Help with patient tray line and deliver trays following safety protocols
• Communicate with dietitians about patient preferences and high-risk menus
• Complete meal tallies and inform cooks of special items
• Coordinate menu preparation with patient schedules
• Update modified menus based on physician orders
• Maintain sufficient menu supplies
• Prepare and distribute production reports
• Process Cerner diet orders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

About RWJBarnabas Health:

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care through innovative strategies in healthcare, education, and research. Our mission is to improve community health and create educational and career opportunities across New Jersey.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.