Cook/Dietary Aide

Cleveland Clinic; Lodi Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Lodi Hospital is seeking a Cook and Dietary Aide to prepare meals for patients, visitors and events, and to interact with patients on each floor.

You will follow approved recipes, ensure safe food handling, and maintain accurate temperature logs while supporting the Dietitian and Kitchen Manager.

Shifts run 11:00AM–7:30PM every other weekend, with cross-training on 6:00AM–2:30PM mornings available.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and write legibly.
• Experience in food service in hospital, long-term care or restaurant.
• Background in institutional kitchen equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Meet with Dietitian or Manager with Room Service menu concerns.
• Notify Manager of food, supplies or equipment needs, including equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
• Check and inspect food products and supply as delivered and assist in the storage of supplies and food products in the absence of the Manager.
• Plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation to meet the mealtime schedule, using only approved, standardized recipes.
• Maintain timely preparation and delivery of all meals to patients.
• Maintain safe food handling practices while preparing and serving food for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Record all food temperatures on proper log.
• Practice infection control, sanitation and safety precautions as instructed.
• Tend to dish machine and put clean dishes away, wash pot and pans, sweep and mop dish room area and other related tasks.
• Record all dishwasher temperatures appropriately.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for use of Nutrition Service equipment.
• Follow cleaning schedule and perform other cleaning duties.
• Operate the cash register as needed.
• Assist with special function setups and teardowns.
• Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.

Skills

Reading and following instructions

Food service experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Institutional kitchen equipment

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Lodi Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. This community-based hospital is a member of Cleveland Clinic Akron General and has provided top-quality patient care to the communities in and around Medina County since 1920. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

When we do everything in service of our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored, and Lodi Community Hospital understands that part of staying well is keeping up with nutritional needs. By joining the kitchen team as a Cook and Dietary Aide, you will cook and prepare a variety of food for patients, caregivers, special events and visitors as well as interact with patients on each floor by taking their orders and delivering and picking up trays. This opportunity will allow you to put the best food and presentation forward in order to increase patient satisfaction. Here, you will find various opportunities to learn within your role and grow into others at Cleveland Clinic.

A caregiver in this position works days from 11:00AM - 7:30PM, including every other weekend. The ability to be cross trained on morning shifts from 6:00AM - 2:30PM will be available.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Meet with Dietitian or Manager with Room Service menu concerns.
• Notify Manager of food, supplies or equipment needs, including equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
• Check and inspect food products and supply as delivered and assist in the storage of supplies and food products in the absence of the Manager.
• Plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation to meet the mealtime schedule, using only approved, standardized recipes.
• Maintain timely preparation and delivery of all meals to patients.
• Maintain safe food handling practices while preparing and serving food for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Record all food temperatures on proper log.
• Practice infection control, sanitation and safety precautions as instructed.
• Tend to dish machine and put clean dishes away, wash pot and pans, sweep and mop dish room area and other related tasks.
• Record all dishwasher temperatures appropriately.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for use of Nutrition Service equipment.
• Follow cleaning schedule and perform other cleaning duties.
• Operate the cash register as needed.
• Assist with special function setups and teardowns.
• Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and write legibly
• Experience in food service arena, hospital, long-term care or restaurant service
• Background in institutional kitchen equipment use

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in a healthcare setting (e.g., long-term care, assisted living)

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.00

Maximum hourly: $18.44

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).