Hours:
Non-Exempt. Works a maximum of forty (40) hours per week, as assigned by their manager.
Reports To:
Dietary Manager
Travel:
None
Job Summary
Clean the kitchen area, dish room areas and bathroom according to the cleaning schedule provided.
Work Environment:
Works in well lighted well-ventilated work area. Subject to falls, strains, burns heat and cold. Subject to handling contaminated articles.
Essential Functions:
- Clean the kitchen area, dish room areas and bathroom according to the cleaning schedule provided.
- Follow established policies and procedures of the Dietary Department.
- Maintain kitchen area in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
- Must anticipate 180° water in all faucets in kitchen.
- Must observe and follow all safety rules when using equipment: use of potholders; cutting and slicing foods; use of mixer.
- Must use ladder for items higher than eye level.
- Must know location of fire extinguisher and how to use.
- Follow proper lifting procedures and body mechanics.
- Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition or other information to the Charge Nurse.
Skills and Abilities:
- Sensitivity to the needs and feelings of the residents and families.
- Ability to work congenially with others, willingness to help others and flexible.
- Respect confidentiality with information.
- Good health with emotional and mental maturity.
- Respect for human life and individuality (feelings and opinions which differ from those of the other staff.)
- Patience, gentleness, concern and sincerity.
- Positive attitude, encouragement, optimism, hopefulness and realism.
- Accountability, especially for one’s own actions.
- Warmth and friendliness.
- Integrity, tact and diplomacy in contact with residents, family and co-workers.
- Ability to accept supervision and responsibility.
- Neat and well groomed.
- Economical and careful with property and supplies.
- Good observational skills to observe changes in residents physical and mental condition.
- React calmly and efficiently in new or stressful situations.
- Follow duty and work assignments.
Physical Demands:
- Stands, stoops, lifts heavy items, bends, pushes, pulls and walks short distances during the day.
- Exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity.
- Exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
Qualifications:
A. Education/Other-
- Must be 15 years of age or older.
- Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions, document tasks completed.
B. Personal-
- Must be able to follow directions given by Manager.
Benefits ~
- Paid Time Off
- Shift Differentials
- Pension match
- Health & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Referral Bonus
- Sign on Bonus
- Scholarships
- and other benefits