Food Service Assistant

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Summary : The Food Service Assistant assists in the preparation, assembly, and delivery of food to our customers. Delivers meal trays, nourishments, and floor stock to patient/resident rooms or designated areas. Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, and equipment to maintain a clean food service department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be able to read/write/understand English.
• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is not exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing normal job duties.
• Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assembles meal trays/meals, snacks, and nourishments per specified meal order or diet guidelines, adhering to portion control and quality food presentation standards.
• Loads and transports food carts, and delivers food to patient/resident room or designated area following established procedures.
• Cleans dishes, utensils, equipment, and work area following established sanitation procedures.
• Performs prep work such as washing and peeling of fruits and vegetables. Cuts and portions desserts.
• Delivers and stocks food supplies in designated areas according to established par levels, ensuring proper rotation of items and monitoring expiration dates.
• Uses necessary equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Serves our cafeteria customers in a friendly, efficient manner by performing cashier duties, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness.
• Restocks and maintains food and other supplies in an orderly manner, observing all food storage standards.
• Follows established food handling procedures and monitors temperature of food and equipment to ensure food safety and infection control practices are met.
• Maintains friendly customer interaction with patients and families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
• Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED