Steward I

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife in Boston is seeking a dishwashing assistant to support the Culinary Department under the supervision of a Culinary Supervisor.

Responsibilities include operating the dish machine, handling patient trays, cleaning and sanitizing, stocking, and ensuring Kosher standards are followed. A high school diploma and English fluency are required.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent with 1 year experience in the food service industry, preferably healthcare.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Set up, breakdown, and clean the dish machine.
• Strip and separate patient trays and dishes; load and unload items.
• Sort silverware and run through the dish machine; rack cups and bowls.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen equipment and food carts; remove trash.
• Follow Kosher regulations and safety protocols; report issues to leadership.

Skills

English fluency

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwasher equipment

Job description

I. Position Summary:

On daily basis, using established department methods and procedures, performs any one of a variety of tasks listed below as directed by a Culinary Supervisor.

II. Core Competencies:

Follow the Cultural Beliefs. Communicates with staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring and sensitivity.

• Is aware and respects others’ cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating and interacting with staff.
• Works as a member of the team by pro-actively working to meet department needs. Has professionalism and values which contribute to the achievement of the mission of the Culinary Department and Hebrew Rehabilitation Center.

III. Responsibilities/Accountability:

• Set-up, Breakdown, and clean pulper and dish machine
• Strip and separate patient trays and dishes
• Load dishes and trays into dish machine
• Remove and stack tray dishes and trays from dish machine
• Sort silverware and run through dish machine
• Rack cups and bowls
• Sweep and mop floors
• Wash and sanitize kitchen equipment
• Wash and Sanitize food carts
• Collect and dispose of all trash
• Strip cafeteria truck
• Understand and follow all Kosher regulations
• Recognize problems and work toward improving processes and procedures.
• Communicates issues/concerns to leadership, offers suggestions and solutions and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Serves as a resource/mentor to the team, new employees, and students (if applicable)
• Attend regular meetings as assigned
• Practices in accordance with established standards of care for safety of patient, self and co-workers
• Wears slip resistant shoes.
• A clean uniform as approved by the facility and ID badges are job requirements.
• Identifies and reports basic safety issues or problems (ex. Spills) and takes action whenever appropriate
• Uses equipment as trained and according to organizational policy
• Promotes the health and safety of all by following established infection control procedures (i.e., hand washing, use of personal protective equipment)
• Follows and stays updated on processes and policies within department and organization
• Performs other related duties as required or directed

IV. Qualifications:

• High School or equivalent 1 year experience in the food service industry, preferable in a healthcare setting
• Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in the English language

V. Physical Requirements:

• May be exposed to heat, cold, moisture, odors and other food service area elements.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, prolong standing
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to push and/or pull food carts
• Remote Type: On-site Salary Range: $16.16 - $24.99

Welcome to Hebrew SeniorLife Careers! For All You Can Be At Hebrew SeniorLife, you’ll set the highest standard as part of our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, you’ll make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they will make a difference in yours. These life-changing connections will give your work meaning and fuel your desire to be all that you can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here you’ll be supported to always keep growing. And as you do, so will our collective impact.