Dishwasher - Hillcrest (FT- 1.0 FTE, Variable Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to join their Nutrition Service team. In this vital role, you'll play an essential part in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, ensuring that all dishes are properly washed and sanitized. The position offers on-the-job training, making it perfect for those looking to start their career in food services. You'll collaborate with a supportive team, participate in process improvements, and contribute to a positive patient experience. If you're eager to take on a role that values teamwork and attention to detail, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.
• Preferred: High School Diploma and prior food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect, wash, and inspect dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Assist with patient tray delivery and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Summary:

The Dishwasher participates as a member of the Nutrition Service team collecting, unloading, washing, and inspecting all dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This work includes working as a team to process all soiled patient trays, dishes, pots, and pans from all areas of the department then putting all dishes in proper location and maintaining a clean and attractive work area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• None: on the job training provided

Preferred

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Prior work experience in food services / dishwashing

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

Development:

• Participates in team meetings and process improvement activities.
• Meets all competency assessment performance criteria within two (2) months of hire.

Food Preparation and Patient Experience:

• Assists with patient tray delivery and pick up.
• Records patients' intakes including nutrient-specific intakes accurately per established procedures.

Stock Management:

• Participates in stocking and organizing food and supply within the department as assigned.

Sanitation and Hygiene:

• Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes dish machines and dishrooms.
• Documents dishmachine water temperatures.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other containers and returns to appropriate location in the kitchen area.
• Adheres to food safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations to ensure quality food service.

Collaboration and Team Work:

• Participates in and supports a positive teamwork environment.
• Supports the Nutrition Services team by training to perform additional duties that may include but are not limited to dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, organizing storage and work areas, or assisting with salad preparation. At any time during a work shift, the employee may be assigned to perform other duties in order to meet patient, customer, and department needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality.
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment.
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines.

Schedule Requirements:

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Continuously): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Continuously): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Continuously): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Continuously): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Occasionally): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.

*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.