Food Service Attendant

UPMC•Cumberland, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Western Maryland's Dietary department is hiring Food Service Attendants! The Food Service Attendant is responsible for the timely assembly, final preparation and service of nutritionally appropriate and attractive meals. They practice appropriate food handling techniques and food safety procedures in all aspects of job and demonstrate excellent customer service skills on a consistent basis. These part-time positions will require working 12 hours per week. The shift times will be 4:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M and will also require working 3 out of 4 weekends and rotating holiday shifts. These are great and flexible opportunities, perfect for high school or college students interested in pursuing a role in healthcare!

Requirements

Work permit required if under 18 years old.

Responsibilities

Assures the necessary food and service equipment / utensils are secured for assigned area prior to meal service.
Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment.
Inventories and stocks bulk supplies, following established procedures and designated timeframes.
Serves patient meal tray using the designated department script, to include proper patient identification.
Bus tables and sanitize tables and chairs.
Deliver meals to residents' rooms when requested.
Set tables for the following meal according to the Food Service Guidelines Manual.
Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus and patient / guest specific requirements.
Maintains food safety and quality as mandated by PA Department of Health/Allegheny County Health Department/PA Department of Welfare (where applicable)
Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers.
Performs sanitation for assigned work area in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines.