Hospital Cafeteria Dietetic Assistant – Patient Service & Prep

WVU Medicine; Ruby (AK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Ruby Cafeteria Dietetic Assistant with relief duties across Nutrition Departments. You will deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment and support daily cafeteria operations in Ruby area.

The role requires strong attention to sanitation, accuracy in portions, and teamwork to ensure high-quality meals and service for patients and customers, including alternating weekend and holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Food Service Worker Permit (FSWP) from Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) prior to starting OR obtain a MCHD Temporary FSWP no later than the first Wednesday of employment and a permanent MCHD FSWP within 1 month of start date (next available class). Must have a valid MCHD FSWP throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all work areas for operation, per task assignment.
• Fills bucket with sanitizing solution, and a clean wiping cloth. Maintain sanitizer strength throughout shift. Change as needed.
• Set-up, restocks, clean and organizes assigned area as necessary. Maintain clean, organized appearance throughout shift.
• Gathers utensils based on correct portions.
• Produces and maintains quality food and beverage products.
• Prepares attractive and appetizing foods utilizing quality ingredients.
• Prepares timely products, fresh throughout service and not in excess (batch production).
• Utilizes leftovers, using the first in, first out method.
• Follows menu cycle.
• Utilizes standardized recipes.
• Correctly portions food.
• Provides quality services to result in customer/patient satisfaction.
• Greets customers, politely asks for order and efficiently serves customer.
• Remains focused on the customer and service throughout the encounter.
• Is knowledgeable about food ingredients and allergens; asks cook or manager if unsure.
• Addresses customer complaints in a polite professional manner. Seeks management assistance when needed.
• Removes trash from service areas promptly.
• Cleans spills promptly and post appropriate caution signage.
• Merchandises area through: Clean, uncluttered, attractive and orderly arrangement of work area.
• Merchandises area through: Attractive and informative displays and garnishes (includes signage, labels, and price stickers in retail areas).
• Ensures that all activities meet sanitation, safety and quality control guidelines set forth by departmental policies.
• Proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Documents refrigerator, dish machine or other equipment temperatures as assigned
• Alerts facilities and management of malfunctioning equipment.
• Properly operates, cleans and stores equipment in assigned area.
• Properly cleans and sanitizes work surfaces throughout scheduled shift.
• Properly stores and labels food items and chemicals.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Ruby Cafeteria Dietetic Assistant with relief duties across Nutrition Departments. You will deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment and support daily cafeteria operations in Ruby area.

The role requires strong attention to sanitation, accuracy in portions, and teamwork to ensure high-quality meals and service for patients and customers, including alternating weekend and holiday shifts.