Food Service Aide, Dietary, Part Time, Weekend availability

Rochelle Community Hospital; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochelle Community Hospital in Rochelle, IL is seeking a Food Service Worker to support our patient meals and cafeteria operations. Under supervision, you will perform all duties in the Food Service Department except hot food preparation and will coordinate with other staff to ensure timely service.

The role requires good English, ability to follow oral and written instructions, and basic computer skills. Prior food service experience is desirable; high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Previous food service experience desirable.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer skills for e-mail and testing.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision performs all duties related with the Food Service Department, except preparing hot food items.
• Works closely with all other Food Service employees.
• Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Duties may vary to meet the requirements of the Food Service Department activities.

Skills

Communication

English literacy

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

About Us

Located 25 miles south of Rockford and 75 miles west of Chicago, Rochelle Community Hospital has been a cornerstone of the Rochelle community for over a century. As a critical-access hospital, our staff provides state-of-the-art emergency care, diagnostic testing, home healthcare resources, rehabilitation, occupational health, inpatient care, and surgery, as well as a variety of other outpatient services. At Rochelle Community Hospital, quality care isn't just our job, it's our passion. We strive not only to deliver the highest quality and value to our patients, but also to our physicians and staff. As a member of our team, you can expect to work alongside our team of highly trained staff and administrators as we set out to create a higher standard of healthcare for our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision performs all duties related with the Food Service Department, except preparing hot food items. Works closely with all other Food Service employees. Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Duties may vary to meet the requirements of the Food Service Department activities.

Education

• Preferred Level: High School Diploma or GED. Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Previous Food Service experience desirable.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must have general knowledge of computer use for e-mail and testing.

Experience

• Knowledge of food preparation and operations of Food Service equipment is desirable.
• A working knowledge of special and restricted diets will be helpful in assuring the proper operation of the Food Service Department.
• The ability to communicate effectively with other personnel.

Work Environment

• The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Hazards are typical of institutional kitchens (hot cooking surfaces, sharp objects, electrical equipment, and extreme temperatures are frequently encountered).
• On occasion, lift up to 50 pounds of miscellaneous food items.
• Requires a great deal of walking, standing, and bending to floor level approximately 80% of the time while on duty.
• Must be able to reach shelves at least 6 feet high, reach work areas of 4 feet wide, and work on work surfaces 3 feet high.
• Constant kneeling, stooping, bending, twisting and occasional need to lift patients
• Medium Lifting, generally lifting not more than 50 lbs. maximum with assistance, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

Annual Requirements

• Participate in annual OSHA training.
• Attend one continuing education seminar per year.
• Comply with employee health requirements.
• Comply with hospital mandatory in-service training.