Nutrition Care Sanitation/Tray Line Stocker

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

This position maintains sanitation and cleanliness throughout the department, including the kitchen, dining room, and service areas, while following food safety measures. It stocks patient tray line areas, assembles meal trays, and may assist with pre-meal preparation. The position has no responsibility for providing patient care. The role supports food production and delivery by cleaning work areas and equipment, preparing and portioning food, setting up assembly areas, and rotating and distributing stock. It requires sustained standing and walking and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The work may expose employees to cleaning chemicals, wet or hot surfaces, sharp edges, food-service equipment, and discarded items on patient and customer trays.

Requirements

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of operating mechanized equipment, including a slicer, mixer, and dishwasher.
Obtain a current Food Handler permit within one month of hire.
Hold one of the following: a current Utah Food Handler Permit or a current Food Protection Manager certification accredited by ANSI.
Meet additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Be able to meet the position's physical requirements with or without an accommodation, including lifting and/or pushing heavy supply containers, equipment, and food carts; sustained standing and walking; and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous dishwashing experience.

Responsibilities

Wash dishes and pots using dishwashing equipment.
Clean assigned areas and equipment daily, mop floors, and perform other light cleaning duties.
Complete assigned cleaning duties, including deep cleaning work areas.
Remove waste and recyclables from the department using access to the loading dock and compactor.
Set up food assembly areas, including the patient tray line, and perform preparation duties needed for coordinated food production and delivery.
Prepare food according to standardized recipe instructions.
Portion and package food in a timely and sanitary manner.
Rotate, distribute, and put away stock as directed by the department.
Maintain proper food safety measures.
Work as part of a team to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of food service.