Food Service Aide/ Dietary Ambassador

Kane County Human Resource SPE•Kanab, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Aide/Dietary Ambassador supports patient and resident meal service, dishwashing, sanitation, stocking, food preparation, meal delivery, and café operations. This position works closely with cooks and clinical staff to help ensure meals are delivered safely and efficiently and that patient meal choices follow the documented diet order.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices
Knowledge of proper dishwashing and cleaning procedures
Ability to operate commercial dishwashers and cleaning equipment
Ability to properly use cleaning chemicals and follow safety instructions
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a busy kitchen
Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to lift, carry, and organize dishes, cookware, and supplies
Strong attention to cleanliness and detail
Ability to follow instructions and established procedures
Ability to work well as part of a team
Good communication and cooperation with kitchen staff
Dependable, punctual, and responsible
Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area
Ability to handle pressure and prioritize tasks during busy periods
Willingness to follow workplace health and safety rules

Responsibilities

Prepare resident meal carts for scheduled meal service.
Check with Emergency Department nursing staff to determine whether patients require meals.
Verify each patient’s diet order before offering meal options.
Offer the breakfast meal first and, if declined, offer appropriate menu choices that follow the patient’s diet order.
Prepare shakes for S.N.F. residents according to the established schedule.
Deliver meals and transport designated meal carts to patient and resident areas as assigned.
Operate the P.O.S. system during assigned meal periods.
Assist cooks with fryer operations and other food-preparation tasks as needed.
Wash dishes and provide dishroom coverage as assigned.
Prepare snack packs and support stocking of food and beverage areas.
Prepare sanitizer buckets for kitchen staff and change them according to the established schedule.
Start and operate the dish machine.
Place kitchen mats at the beginning of the shift.
Complete required temperature and sanitizer logs.
Complete assigned daily cleaning duties.
Scrape plates and trays, wash dishes, and sanitize meal carts and kitchen equipment.
Put away dry-storage items and other deliveries as assigned.
Check and restock lobby snacks.
Stock the E.R. and S.N.F. daily.
Check warehouse inventory as needed.
Stock snack carts and cupboards.
Rotate stock and check expiration dates.
Check with the supervisor or designated lead before leaving at the end of the shift.
Complete assigned tray scraping, dishwashing, sanitation, stocking, and meal-cart duties before departure.