Nutrition Services Aide/Cook
Clark Fork Valley Hospital•Plains, MT
•Onsite
About The Position
Clark Fork Valley Hospital is seeking a dedicated and dependable Nutrition Services Aide/Cook to provide high-quality food service to patients, residents, and staff. This role is part of the Nutrition Services Department and is crucial for ensuring all dining needs are met in a safe, timely, and compassionate manner. The hospital encourages applications from individuals who enjoy working in a kitchen, preparing meals, and being part of a collaborative, energetic team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Responsibilities
- Understand and use the department’s communication systems
- Prepare meal counts and food according to posted menus and standardized recipes
- Meet all established meal schedules
- Prepare special and therapeutic diets according to guidelines and ensure correct diet implementation
- Prepare food in a sanitary manner using proper food handling techniques
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Follow posted procedures for safe operation and care of kitchen equipment
- Complete assigned cleaning duties and assist with opening and closing the cash register and department as needed
- Comply with long-term care regulations and written dietary policies and procedures
- Assist with inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and properly storing food and supplies
- Report food, supply, and equipment needs to the Nutrition Services Manager
- Communicate and cooperate effectively with staff, residents, patients, and their families
- Understand procedures for receiving inventory when orders are mispicked or shorted, including sourcing products from alternate vendors
- Manage the department in the absence of the Nutrition Services Manager
- Visit patients on self-select diets to assist with menu selection and order placement
- Work scheduled shifts as directed by the Nutrition Services Manager
- Report incidents to the manager upon their return to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Prepare the café and kitchen areas for the arrival of the morning kitchen crew (PM Cook)
- Prepare café food for trays or hot food tables according to the menu for the PM cook (AM Cook)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
