Food Service Worker II

Bassett Healthcare Network • Cooperstown, NY

88d • $17 - $26

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Previous Food Service experience, preferred.
• Skills in communication, building relationships, listening, computer skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned functions within the department, providing excellent customer service.
• Operates and maintains dietary food equipment.
• Promotes meal assistance to all patients on a daily basis, including meal selection, service, and retrieval.
• Accurately serves food and beverage to patients in accordance with the patient's diet prescription.
• Verbally communicates patient concerns with the clinical dietitian.
• Uses dietary software for patient diet information, ordering, and ticketing.
• Adheres to all cash handling guidelines.
• Performs a variety of customer, food, and sanitation related activities.
• Visits all patients on assigned floors for menu selections.
• Delivers trays and obtains menu selections tactfully and with concern for patient well-being.
• Records food temperatures during meal hours and takes action when temperatures are not to standards.
• Maintains accurate cash drawers and completes cash deposits.
• Maintains personal hygiene and proper uniform according to department standards.
• Completes all daily washing and sanitizing tasks.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area.
• Performs all assigned daily and monthly cleaning tasks.
• Controls food and paper waste and uses resources efficiently.
• Maintains and checks floor par stocks on assigned floors.
• Presents a professional courteous manner when dealing with patients, physicians, visitors, and staff.
• Resolves customer complaints in a polite manner.
• Treats co-workers with respect and allows for different work styles and viewpoints.
• Participates in department Practice Council.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED