Food Service Worker I

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs general kitchen duties including food preparation and storage, cleaning and storing dishes, utensils, pots, and performing general department sanitation. Follows clearly defined department policies and recipes to accurately prepare and serve snacks and meals to patients and visitors. Supports the functionality of the department by assisting in a variety of areas including tray line, cafeteria, dish room, host/hostess, or catering. Gains confidence and cooperation from peers and supervisors through effective communication and competent job performance. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Basic food production and food service knowledge.
Ability to use various food service supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of maintaining a safe food environment including proper cleaning procedures and usage of equipment.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Understand and follow written and oral instructions and directions.
Sufficient mathematical ability to perform basic measurement and portioning activities including increasing and decreasing recipes.
Ability to meet established deadlines and multi-task in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Performs general kitchen duties including food preparation and storage.
Cleans and stores dishes, utensils, pots.
Performs general department sanitation.
Accurately prepares and serves snacks and meals to patients and visitors.
Assists in various areas such as tray line, cafeteria, dish room, host/hostess, or catering.
Ensures the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).