Diet Technician - Boston Children's Franciscan - Food

Aramark•Boston, MA

12d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Diet Technician provides patient support and serves as a liaison to other departments regarding patient meal services. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position are tailored to meet the needs of Franciscan Children’s Hospital.

Requirements

Previous customer service and/or food service experience preferred.
Current enrollment or a graduate of an undergraduate nutrition program or related major required.
Able to communicate fluently in the English language, bilingual or multilingual a plus.
Ability to complete basic Excel functions.
Ability to stay calm under pressure.
Must be flexible and adaptable to change.
Must be open to working some weekend and holiday shifts.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Functions comfortably in a fast-paced food service environment.
Maintains friendly, efficient, positive demeanor toward patients, co-workers, and staff in other departments.
Adaptable to hospital and patient needs.
Responsible for reviewing patient menus, tallying menu items for kitchen preparation, and conducting patient tray line to ensure safety and accuracy of patient meals.
Maintains general knowledge of modified textures following IDDSI standards and allergies to ensure meals are prepared and served safely.
Works closely with registered dietitians, nurses, and the Food Services team to ensure accurate patient nutrition.
Logs food temperatures, completes test trays, and other regulatory functions required by Aramark food services.
Assists kitchen staff as necessary to meet patient needs.
Maintains the privacy, safety, and dignity of each patient by observing confidentiality and by closely adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
Maintains compliance with Aramark’s standards of operation. Adheres to Aramark’s Business Conduct Policy at all times. Maintains all records and reports to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and codes.