Dietary Assistant-7

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Food Service Worker to support Ruby Cafeteria AM Relief and Nutrition Department operations. You will prepare work areas, stock supplies, follow recipes, and serve customers with a focus on accuracy and sanitation.

Shifts include early mornings with weekend and holiday rotation. This role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand through the shift, delivering friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• FSWP from MCHD required before starting or obtain a MCHD Temporary FSWP by the first Wednesday; must maintain FSWP throughout employment.
• May not handle exposed food without temporary FSWP until obtained; training on tray delivery and orientation.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all work areas for operation, per task assignment.
• Fills bucket with sanitizing solution, and a clean wiping cloth; maintain sanitizer strength.
• Set-up, restocks, clean and organizes assigned area; maintain clean, organized appearance.
• Gathers utensils based on correct portions.
• Produces and maintains quality food and beverage products.
• Prepares attractive and appetizing foods utilizing quality ingredients.
• Prepares timely products, fresh throughout service and not in excess (batch production).
• Utilizes leftovers, using the first in, first out method.
• Follows menu cycle and utilizes standardized recipes.
• Correctly portions food and provides quality service leading to customer/patient satisfaction.
• Greets customers, asks for order and services efficiently.
• Remains focused on customer and service throughout encounter.
• Is knowledgeable about ingredients and allergens; asks when unsure.
• Addresses customer complaints politely; seeks management assistance when needed.
• Removes trash promptly; cleans spills and posts caution signage.
• Merchandises area with clean, attractive displays and pricing labels.
• Ensures sanitation, safety and quality control per policies.
• Proper use of cleaning chemicals; stores and labels items properly.

Skills

Customer service

Sanitation

Food prep

Attention to detail

Education

Food Service Worker Permit

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us!

Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Must have a valid Food Service Worker Permit (FSWP) from Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) prior to starting OR obtain a MCHD Temporary FSWP no later than the first Wednesday of employment* and a permanent MCHD FSWP within 1 month of start date (next available class). Must have a valid MCHD FSWP throughout employment. *Until a Temporary FSWP is obtained: May not handle exposed food or any food contact surface, equipment or utensil; May be trained on tray delivery and complete general department orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares all work areas for operation, per task assignment.
• Fills bucket with sanitizing solution, and a clean wiping cloth. Maintain sanitizer strength throughout shift. Change as needed.
• Set-up, restocks, clean and organizes assigned area as necessary. Maintain clean, organized appearance throughout shift.
• Gathers utensils based on correct portions.
• Produces and maintains quality food and beverage products.
• Prepares attractive and appetizing foods utilizing quality ingredients.
• Prepares timely products, fresh throughout service and not in excess (batch production).
• Utilizes leftovers, using the first in, first out method.
• Follows menu cycle.
• Utilizes standardized recipes.
• Correctly portions food.
• Provides quality services to result in customer/patient satisfaction.
• Greets customers, politely asks for order and efficiently serves customer.
• Remains focused on the customer and service throughout the encounter.
• Is knowledgeable about food ingredients and allergens; asks cook or manager if unsure.
• Addresses customer complaints in a polite professional manner. Seeks management assistance when needed.
• Removes trash from service areas promptly.
• Cleans spills promptly and post appropriate caution signage.
• Merchandises area through: Clean, uncluttered, attractive and orderly arrangement of work area.
• Merchandises area through: Attractive and informative displays and garnishes (includes signage, labels, and price stickers in retail areas.)
• Ensures that all activities meet sanitation, safety and quality control guidelines set forth by departmental policies.
• Proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Documents refrigerator, dish machine or other equipment temperatures as assigned
• Alerts facilities and management of malfunctioning equipment.
• Properly operates, cleans and stores equipment in assigned area.
• Properly cleans and sanitizes work surfaces throughout scheduled shift.
• Properly stores and labels food items and chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to pull a fully loaded patient meal cart (approx. 250 lbs.)
• Ability to stand for entire shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to effectively work in noisy setting and under deadline pressures.
• Work area may be hot, cold, and/or wet.
• Interaction with customers in some assignments.
• Work with cleaning and dishwashing chemicals.
• Ability to understand written and oral communication.

Skills And Abilities

Additional Job Description:

Primary job assignment is Ruby Cafeteria AM Relief with relief assignment in Nutrition Departments as assigned by management: exceptional customer service while working in fast paced, direct customer order, and multi-tasking environment based on training and certification of Hospital and Nutrition Department Standards. The primary task assignment is Ruby Cafeteria Salad Prep & Attendant with task assignments to include, but not limited to, all areas of Ruby Cafeteria daily operations. Employee may be reassigned as necessary to required relief positions in Nutrition Department. This job includes alternating weekend shifts and alternating holiday shifts.

Primary hours: Early 515a-145p, Late 700a-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

603 WVUH Cafeteria Ruby

Address

1 Medical Center Drive
Morgantown
West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.