CASUAL CALL DIETARY AIDE

HUMBOLDT GENERAL HOSPITAL•Winnemucca, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for following menus and patient diets accurately on the tray line and make-up line. Responsible for the proper cleaning and sanitation of soiled dishes, pots and pans. Assists in setting up and serving the cafeteria. Performs cashier duties.

Requirements

Appropriate education or experience to meet the personal qualifications of the position of dietary aide.
Previous food service experience is preferred.
Able to read, write, and understandably speak the English language.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma
ServSafe certification

Responsibilities

Reviews menus and patient diets and assembling food and supplies as needed for daily salad and cold food preparation.
Prepares food accordingly to the menu and kitchen processes. Prepares and portions salads, desserts, etc. Prepares sandwiches and specialty. Refills salad bar with a variety of attractive food to serve customers.
Delivers nourishment and food carts to nursing units as required. Ensure that carts are returned to kitchen. Prepare late trays as required.
Collects and removes trash and garbage to designated containers.
Washes dishes, cookware, flatware, and trays using approved procedures. Cleans work areas equipment, walls, cabinets, storage areas and other areas assigned in accordance with established procedures. Collects and washes late trays from departments leaving no dishes for next shift.
Stocks supplies, placing in appropriate locations.
Prepares and sets up steam table and serving line. Sets up and serves patient trays in accordance with established schedule and procedures. Obtains and places dishes, silverware, cold foods, baked goods, beverages condiments and garnishes as required.
Wipes off counters and tables, arranges and replenishes items as needed. Restocking for the next shift.
Assists in preparing required reports by compiling information. Maintains records, reports and files as required.
Alerts supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies. Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food.
Receives deliveries in accordance with purchase orders and stock accordingly.
Respond promptly to changes in workload, adjusting assignments as necessary to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency.
Greets all customers promptly and courteously; receives payment for food and drink from staff and visitors.
Keeps work area clean and sanitary, takes out trash as necessary, performs cleaning duties.
Labels, dates, and stores food items according to dietary policies and procedures.
Assumes other departmental positions or duties or assists with special functions as requested by the supervisor.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient/resident/staff information.
Maintains harmonious relationships within the unit and with co-workers providing support and assistance to ensure quality patient care.
Personal appearance and attire are to be neat, clean and appropriate for food service setting.
Other related duties as assigned.