Sanitation/Utility

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston, MA is seeking a hands-on Food Service Porter to support the Food & Nutrition Department. You will perform cleaning, sanitation, and basic dishwashing tasks in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

This role documents temperatures, adheres to HACCP, participates in safety meetings, and supports waste management. The position offers exposure to sanitation procedures and operational workflows essential to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Fills wash and rinse sinks and the pot washer in a timely manner, with proper temperature water, and cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Documents temperatures, checks temperature of wash and rinse and pot machine.
• Reports unacceptable temperatures to the manager on duty.
• Cleans and sanitizes all assigned areas in the food production unit including, food preparation equipment, counters, walls, and floor using established cleaning techniques and safety procedures.
• Empties trash and sanitizes trash receptacles following proper procedures for all types of waste.
• Fills the dishwasher in a timely manner. Documents temperatures, checks temperature of wash and final rinse plus PSI reports unacceptable temperatures to the manager on duty.
• Maintains and cleans work area throughout the day and at the end of each shift.
• Strictly adheres to all HACCP and Safety policies and procedures including documentation of HACCP Logs.

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. This very hands on position is a unique balance of cleaning responsibilities and various other tasks in our Food & Nutrition Department. This opportunity is a great way to get an understanding of sanitation and receiving in a fast paced healthcare location.

Job Description: FOOD SERVICE PORTER

• Fills wash and rinse sinks and the pot washer in a timely manner, with proper temperature water, and cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Documents temperatures, checks temperature of wash and rinse and pot machine. Reports unacceptable temperatures to the manager on duty.
• Cleans and sanitizes all assigned areas in the food production unit including, food preparation equipment, counters, walls, and floor using established cleaning techniques and safety procedures. Always making sure to have proper personal protective equipment on at all times when using or handling chemicals.
• Empties trash and sanitizes trash receptacles following proper procedures for all types of waste. Follow all recycling and composting processes.
• Fills the dishwasher in a timely manner. Documents temperatures, checks temperature of wash and final rinse plus PSI reports unacceptable temperatures to the manager on duty.
• Works with equipment to keep floor NCO
• Completes heavy cleaning assignments on week-ends in a timely manner always making sure to Wash- Rinse and Sanitize. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness throughout the department at all times.
• Participate in all dietary in-service training, department meetings and safety meetings
• Works comfortable with basic computer programs – WASTE WATCH/Lean Path programs
• Maintains and cleans work area throughout the day and at the end of each shift.
• Strictly adheres to all HACCP and Safety policies and procedures including documentation of HACCP Logs. Responsible for maintaining Dish Machine and Pot Machine Logs.

Pay Range: $17.85 - $25.22 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.