Patient Meal Service Specialist

Pinnacle Health & Rehab; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Health & Rehab in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Food Service Aide to assist in preparing and serving meals, delivering trays to nursing units, and maintaining sanitation in the kitchen and dishwashing areas.

Candidates should have at least a tenth-grade education, proficiency in English, and be willing to work in a team, follow infection control practices, and participate in in-service education. This role requires reliability and teamwork in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Ability to read and write in English at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient trays according to instructions/order.
• Employs proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays.
• Cleans, washes and sanitizes dishes, silverware and utensils used to service patients and others.
• Delivers food, nourishments and supplies to nursing units, other areas as assigned.
• Performs duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed.
• Performs all duties using proper safety techniques.
• Attends in-service education opportunities and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe food handling

English reading/writing

Communication with residents

Patience and politeness

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Pinnacle Health & Rehab in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Food Service Aide to assist in preparing and serving meals, delivering trays to nursing units, and maintaining sanitation in the kitchen and dishwashing areas.

Candidates should have at least a tenth-grade education, proficiency in English, and be willing to work in a team, follow infection control practices, and participate in in-service education. This role requires reliability and teamwork in a healthcare setting.