Nutrition & Food Service Assistant 2

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.

23d•Onsite

About The Position

At Wellstar, the Nutrition & Food Service Assistant 2 role is focused on enhancing the health and well-being of every person served by delivering great customer service and accurately and expeditiously completing tasks. This position involves food and supply preparation, service, re-stocking, and clean-up. The primary focus will be on patient meals and the tray line, preparing meals according to diet orders and patient preferences. The role may also require working in other areas of the Nutrition & Food Service Department to ensure successful patient meal service.

Requirements

One year of retail experience with customer interaction
Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math
Ability to operate a computer register

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent
Cashiering experience
Hospital foodservice experience
Customer service experience

Responsibilities

Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations (i.e., fingernail length and finish) and reports potential risks.
Maintains all the work areas in a clean and organized manner; free of spills and fall hazards.
Monitors and records food and/or equipment temperatures; immediately correcting/escalating “out of range” occurrences.
Stores food and/or supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
Operates equipment according to all safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions (i.e., frayed electrical cords).
Follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the work station prior to task start time.
Sets up, maintains and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
Completes area checklists and forms.
Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturer’s and area specific guidelines.
Remains flexible to support other team members across the department to achieve desired service outcomes.
Follows work area’s uniform specifications, i.e., clothing and shoes are neat and clean.
Collaborates with Team Members and N&FS leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the department and hospital.
Communicates in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear and concise.
Respects the cultural traditions of Team Members and customers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.