Dietary Aide, Per Diem

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge is seeking a dedicated food service worker to support meal preparation and service in a hospital environment. The role includes setting up dining areas, transporting items from the kitchen, and assembling hot and cold dishes with attention to safety and portion control.

You will assist in maintaining food quality, serving customers, and replenishing supplies while adhering to established kitchen procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Food service experience 2-3 years required.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities and utensils.
• Conveys food and supplies from kitchen to serving site.
• Follows procedures for setting up hot/cold lines and equipment.
• Prepares hot and cold dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, and pastries.
• Serves items to customers with correct portions and garnishes.
• Replenishes foods, utensils, and condiments; handles supplies.
• Monitors equipment and food quality; reports issues.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing and/or serving foods and beverages in one or more of a variety of food service environments.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment, and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs, checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned.


• Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a motorized cart.


• Follows prescribed procedures for setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; and chooses proper utensils, setting the steam line to the appropriate temperature for menu items.


• Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.


• Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes as directed.


• Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.


• Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.


• May clean, wash, and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; collect and place garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Experience

Food service experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.


• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.


• Ability to read and write.


• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.


• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.


• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.


• Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.


• Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.


• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)


• Walking Frequently (34-66%)


• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)


• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)


• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)


• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)


• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)


• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)


• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)


• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)


• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)


• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)


• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)


• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)


• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)


• Talking Constantly (67-100%)


• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade

2

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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