Nutritional Care Tech (full time)- Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Food Service Aide to support patient meals and food service operations in the hospital's production and service areas. Duties include washing utensils, receiving and disbursing supplies, and maintaining a clean work environment.

The role requires adherence to sanitation standards, HIPAA regulations, and safety policies. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, and prior food service experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance.
• Previous food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas following proper sanitary procedures.
• Operates dish machine to clean dishes, trays, silverware, glassware, and other utensils.
• Performs daily cleaning of ranges, kettles, carts, pots, pans and other food service equipment.
• Assists in expediting the flow of work in the kitchen, storeroom and/or food service areas as assigned.
• Receives, stores and disburses foodstuffs and supplies from the storeroom.

Skills

Food service experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB PURPOSE OR MISSION: Performs food service tasks under general supervision in a food production area and/or food service area; washes and cleans assigned utensils, area and equipment; receives, stores and disburses foodstuffs, and supplies from assigned storeroom. Performs duties appropriately for the age population served, as defined in the department's scope of service.

VALUES

As a team member of the best rehab hospital in the state of Louisiana, it is within the job duties of an employee to uphold the following core values and commit to BRRH mission and vision.

TEAMWORK

Value the diverse contributions of all, we incorporate the skills of all staff members in collaborative care.

Performance Standards

• Be open to communicate and communicate openly
• Share my knowledge and educate the team
• Value the contributions of others
• Place the team's success above my own
• Involve others in the solution

INTEGRITY

Always follow the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and personal responsibility, deserving of our patients' trust.

Performance Standards

• Follow through on my word
• Respect and trust others
• Lead by example
• Take pride in myself, work, and hospital
• Use resources wisely

COMPASSION

Dedication to delivering the best care, treating all with sensitivity and passion for making a difference.

Performance Standards

• Treat others as you wish to be treated
• Endeavor to improve the lives of others
• Give the benefit of the doubt
• Say encouraging words
• Practice acts of kindness and empathy

EXCELLENCE

Commitment to provide the highest quality outcomes and service through the wholehearted efforts of every team member.

Performance Standards

• Treat Go above and beyond the standard of care
• Love my work and let it show
• Commit to personal and professional growth
• Work to hold myself and others accountable
• Continuously improve processes

Job Functions

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas following proper sanitary procedures. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
• Maintains work area in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
• Sets up and operates dish machine to clean dishes, trays, silverware, glassware, and other utensils.
• Performs daily cleaning of ranges, kettles, carts, pots, pans and other food service equipment.
• Performs special cleaning duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Inspects cleaned items to ensure proper sanitation and quality.

Sweeps and mops floors according to schedule.

Collects, sorts and disposes of trash, cans, bottles and similar debris and transports to disposal area as needed.

• Assists in expediting the flow of work in the kitchen, storeroom and/or food service areas as assigned.

Performance Standards

• Retrieves, collects and transports a variety of food service supplies and equipment from one area to another as directed.
• As assigned, performs a variety of tasks related to receiving, storing and disbursing various foodstuffs and supplies from the storeroom.
• Maintains working area according to established infection control/safety policies.

Performance Standards

• Maintains a safe and sanitary work area at all times.
• Utilizes kitchen equipment appropriately and safely.
• Observes sanitation procedures before handling utensils or food items
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

Previous food service experience preferred.

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Hipaa Requirements

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to: paper medical record with limit to job function.

Safety Requirements

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable safety practices appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to: incident reporting, handling wastes, sharps and linens, PPE, exposure control plans, hand washing, environmental rounds to ensure safety, receives orders for patients, and clinical alarms for all age groups.