Dietary Aide

Northwell Health; Town of Riverhead (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Riverhead, NY is seeking a dedicated Food Service Associate to safely prepare and serve meals for patients, retail customers, and guests. You will interact with patients and comply with dietary restrictions while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

The role involves taking orders on a computerized tablet, stocking food, rotating stock, and supporting catering events, all while following safety guidelines and participating in performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospital cafeteria preferred.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Comfort using a computerized tablet for orders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients and guests according to procedures.
• Prepare and store foods, rotate stock, and maintain cleanliness.
• Operate and sanitize kitchen equipment and dishwashing area.
• Take meal orders using a computerized tablet.
• Assist with catered events and participate in improvement projects.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Cash handling

Food handling

Job description

Every other weekend and holidays

Job Description

Responsible for safely and accurately preparing and serving meals to patients, retail customers, and guests. Interacts with patients and customers with care and compassion. Honor’s patients’ rights. Accurately and efficiently distributes, collects and cleans patient meal trays and snack service. Assists patients with meal tray preparation, as needed. Able to utilize basic computer software and computerized tablets. Cleans and stocks unit food pantries. Rotates and replenishes food stock. Cleans and sanitizes food contact surfaces, as well as walls, ceilings, and floors. Participates in basic preparation of ready-to-eat foods. Safely uses and cleans knives and basic kitchen equipment, such as refrigerators, freezers, blenders, food warmers, steam tables, and dish machines. Prepares and serves catered events. Operates a cash register and follows cash management procedures. Follows all food safety and sanitation guidelines. Adheres to all physical safety guidelines. Actively participates in Performance Improvement Projects.

Job Responsibility

*1.Food Preparation and storage:

• Handles food and uses equipment in accordance with established sanitary & safety procedures.
• Cuts cakes and pies. Decorates cupcakes. Portions canned fruits. Prepares pureed desserts.
• Receives and stores foods deliveries.
• Covers, labels, and dates all prepared foods.
• Rotates stock using First In, First Out. Discards expiring items.
• Maintains proper food and beverage temperatures.
• Must carry out all assignments necessary to help and assist the department to remain in compliance with state Sanitary code part 14, Public Health Law 225, IONYCRR, article 28 State Hospital Code, and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

*2.. Patient Meal Service:

• Takes meal orders using a computerized tablet.