Food Service Assistant-Kitchen Sanitation/Dishwasher

DCH Health System; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist in the preparation and delivery of meals while ensuring cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen. You will have the opportunity to interact with patients, ensuring their dining experience is pleasant and meets their dietary needs. This position requires no prior experience, as on-the-job training will be provided. If you have a passion for food service and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, this is a great opportunity to start your career in healthcare food services.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and delivery to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies during food handling.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Procedures

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Assist in the timely preparation, service, and delivery of meals and snacks. Aid in daily or scheduled cleaning and sanitation of equipment, dishes, floors, and utensils following established policies and procedures. Ensure proper storage of all foods.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare special items, desserts, fruits, pureed foods, and thickened fluids according to safety, sanitation, and preparation policies and procedures, including dress code. Follow correct hand washing and glove procedures.
2. Assist in maintaining order and cleanliness in coolers, freezers, and storerooms while putting up food using FIFO rotation.
3. Set up tray line and assemble trays for meal service promptly, considering diet orders, select menus, food and beverage preferences, eye appeal, and food quality. Keep talk to a minimum during assembly. Follow correct policies for storing, labeling, and using leftovers.
4. Deliver meals to hospital patients using two patient identifiers. Use a friendly tone, smile, and inquire if the patient needs anything else or is enjoying their food. Communicate problems or physical needs to nursing staff and food complaints to food service management.
5. Prepare dirty trays, plates, glasses, and silverware for dishwashing. Operate dish machine correctly, check and record water temperatures, and take corrective actions as needed. Keep the machine clean and well-maintained. Use proper ware washing procedures, including air drying, glove use, and water spill cleanup, for safety. Store clean dishes and utensils correctly.
6. Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and polish of the kitchen and equipment as per policy. Use chemicals safely. Utilize downtime to ensure all areas, including utility carts, are clean. Keep the chemical room organized and pathways to fire equipment clear.

DCH Standards:

• Maintain performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Comply with requirements outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to DCH Behavioral Standards, including creating positive relationships with patients, families, coworkers, colleagues, and oneself.
• Use electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet as required.
• Follow all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent preferred. On-the-job training provided; no previous experience required.

Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and understand English.