Food Service Associate Job Goldsboro area,North Carolina USA,Restaurant/Food Service

Overview

The Food Service Associate is trained to work in a number of positions in the Dietary Department. This position may be scheduled in patient service areas, diet office/host/hostess, or retail/customer service areas.

Responsibilities

Performs and completes the daily duties and responsibilities in the patient services area, including: takes temperatures in accordance with HACCP guidelines; serves food from a steam table; breaks down and cleans station at the end of meal service; properly portions food items in accordance with diet orders and items listed on menu ticket; examines filled trays for completeness and accuracy, and places trays into the cart;

passes trays and interacts with patients; may assist in cutting foods or opening containers as requested; washes dishes and operates a commercial dish machine; cleans and sanitizes work areas; fills supply requisition orders according to policy and records delivered items accurately.

Performs and completes the daily duties and responsibilities of the host/hostess, including: prepares dietary information for kitchen personnel in the preparation of foods for hospital patients; processes new diets and changes as required; participates in tray line and food temperature monitoring as assigned; examines filled trays for completeness and accuracy, and places trays into the cart; passes trays and interacts with patients;

provides assistance with menu selection to patients; may assist in cutting foods or opening containers as requested; calculates diabetic diets and performs calorie counts; communicates patient needs to appropriate staff (teammates) while maintaining patient confidentiality; may prepare and deliver special nourishments to unit nourishment rooms, maintains and restocks nourishment rooms; uses basic knowledge of therapeutic diets.

Performs and completes the daily duties and responsibilities in the retail/cafe area, including: operates cash register, receives payments from customers or teammates, makes change, and issues receipts; maintains proper security of cash at all times and follows cash handling procedures in accordance with departmental policy; prepares for service before meal time and cleans up cafeteria and dining room after; sets up and stocks beverage area, grab-and-go coolers, and condiment stations;

records temperatures in accordance with HACCP standards and serves food from the tray line; cooks breakfast items on grill top, interacts with customers, and cleans and sanitizes all work areas.

Other duties

Uses computers and tablets daily.
Attends allergy, foodborne illness, and safety in-service training.
Attends scheduled staff meetings.
Follows Serv Safe sanitary handling procedures with food preparation, food service, and equipment operation.
Responsible for daily, routine, and weekend cleaning in the department.
Complies with all departmental policies.
Is available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and some holidays.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required, any higher education from an accredited college will supersede this requirement.

Licensure/Certification

None.

Experience

6+ months of food service or customer service experience preferred.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must have basic knowledge of therapeutic diets.
Must have basic knowledge of food service and sanitary procedures.
Must be able to cope with a moderate degree of stress.
Is flexible in work assignments, including working in a variety of areas in one shift.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communication with co-workers, supervisors, administration, and the general public. Demonstrates good customer service skills in all interactions.
Must be able to manage time.
Maintains a positive attitude.
Is able to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Is able to meet the physical requirements of the job, including standing for several hours, significant walking, and dealing with slippery floors, hot pans, liquids and foods.

Valid NC Driver's License:
No

If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.

Job Details

DIET-253

01.8310.DIET-253.NON-CLIN

Legal

Employer:

Wayne Health

Entity:
Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit:
Food&Nutr Svcs

Work Type:
Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type:
Onsite

Work Schedule:

Day Job

Location of Job: WAYNE MED

Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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