Dietary Associate (Per Diem)

Calvary Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-Site Parking

Job summary

Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, NY, is seeking a Dietary Associate for per diem shifts (day and evening) to prepare and serve patients’ meals according to menu specifications. The role requires maintaining sanitation, handling cash, and using dietary software to manage menu selections.

The position demands high school completion, English proficiency, and flexibility to cover scheduled shifts. Free on-site parking is offered as a perk.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalency required.
• Ability to read, writes, speak and follow written and oral directions in English.
• Knowledge of standard computer applications required.
• Must be flexible to work all scheduled shifts.
• Courtesy and tact in dealing with patients, visitors, nursing staff and other personnel.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Responsibilities

• The Dietary Associate is responsible for preparation and service of food items as per menu specifications for patients' meal service.
• Prepares between meal and other nourishments as needed.
• Works assigned station on patient tray line.
• Responsible for cleanliness of work area and for safe, sanitary handling of food, equipment and supplies.
• Prepares various cold foods: salads, sandwiches, fruits, desserts, beverages and serves hot food.
• Maintains and verifies cash bank and cash on hand.
• Maintains FIFO system.
• Responsible for the sanitation of work, storage, table and seating areas.
• Work with the department dietary software to collect/input/print patients’ menu selections.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Flexible to shifts

Courtesy and tact

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Overview:

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospital provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospital receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area. When you come to Calvary Hospital, you’re not just getting a job, you’re joining a family.

Benefits/Perks:

• Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalency required.
• Ability to read, writes, speak and follow written and oral directions in English.
• Knowledge of standard computer applications required.
• Must be flexible to work all scheduled shifts.
• Courtesy and tact in dealing with patients, visitors, nursing staff and other personnel.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Responsibilities:

The Dietary Associate is responsible for preparation and service of food items as per menu specifications for patients' meal service. Prepares between meal and other nourishments as needed. Works assigned station on patient tray line. Responsible for cleanliness of work area and for safe, sanitary handling of food, equipment and supplies. Prepares various cold foods: salads, sandwiches, fruits, desserts, beverages and serves hot food. Maintains and verifies cash bank and cash on hand. Maintains FIFO system. Responsible for the sanitation of work, storage, table and seating areas. Work with the department dietary software to collect/input/print patients’ menu selections.

Job Type:

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day and Evening

Salary:

$24.8624/hourly