Food Service Worker I

MedStar Health; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nutrition Services Worker to maintain cleanliness in food service areas. This entry-level role requires attention to detail and a commitment to sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have a desire for food preparation, along with basic cleaning and customer service skills. Join a team dedicated to providing excellent patient experiences and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Less than 1 year experience in public contact or food service.
• Must be able to follow basic oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in Nutrition Services areas.
• Operate and clean dish machine and assigned equipment.
• Transport garbage and recyclable materials to assigned areas.

Skills

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Interest in food preparation and service

Knowledge of sanitation and cleanliness standards

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Completion of eighth grade education required

Tools

Dish machine

Slicer

Job description

General Summary of Position

Responsible for a variety of cleaning tasks, which include maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in all Nutrition Services areas. May include dishwashing, pot washing, general sanitation, cleaning and use of kitchen equipment. May assist in the service and storage of food. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains proper standards of sanitation and cleaning of work area daily : Dish machine, refrigerators, food carts, counters, food display cases, equipment and etc. Sweeps and mops the kitchen. Clean and sanitize all areas after meal period (tables, counters, carts, trays, tray covers, dishes, flatware, soda box, and trash cans).
• Delivers par stock supplies to identified units and cleans as per department policy and procedures.
• Operates and cleans dish machine and assigned equipment per department procedures, including routine sanitizer solution, lime scale removal and temperatures checks.
• Reports needed maintenance or repairs of equipment used.
• Transports garbage, and recyclable materials to assigned areas.
• Communicates any customer related problems to appropriate personnel.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary working environment.
• Completes all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the corporate policies and procedures on a timely basis meeting all prescribed deadlines.
• Identifies and utilizes cleaning chemicals following directions recommended by manufacturers and per departmental standards.
• Utilizes equipment in performing job functions according to department safety procedures.
• Maintains orderly uniform and personal grooming habits while working efficiently as a team member.
• Must be able to follow basic oral and written directions as given by members of the management staff.
• Exemplifies Commitment to Caring ( PATIENT EXPERIENCE SERVICE STANDARDS AND SPIRIT VALUES, AND ACTIVELY PARTICIPATES IN PATIENT SAFETY STANDARDS AND standards in all activities.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred or

equivalent (GED) preferred and

Completion of eighth grade education required

Experience

Less than 1 year 3 months to a year experience in public contact or food service required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Able to read and write at an eleventh grade level and to follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to work different equipment - Dish machine, slicer and etc.

Must be willing to perform a variety of tasks.

Should have an interest in food preparation and service and an understanding of the necessity for high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and neatness.

Must be courteous and tactful in dealing with customers.

Must be able to exercise good judgement and initiative in making last minute changes, satisfying customers requests.

Must understand and follow all safety procedures.

This position has a hiring range of $18.91 - $18.93