Harvest Nutrition Representative - Full Time Evenings

Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center , an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high-quality care from the likes of Becker's Hospital Review, Chartis, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group, and parent company ScionHealth. Watertown Regional's exceptional care across multiple specialty services is also reflected in its numerous accreditations and certifications. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Food Services, the Food Service Worker performs a variety of food service tasks, including preparing and serving meals, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas, and assisting with inventory and stocking. The role ensures adherence to safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines in a healthcare setting.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and serves hot and cold meals for patients, staff, and visitors according to menu guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, dining areas, and storage rooms.
• Stocks supplies and rotates inventory to ensure freshness and prevent waste.
• Delivers food carts to patient care units and retrieves them after meals.
• Washes dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using dishwashing machines.
• Assists in the preparation of meal trays and ensures accuracy of meal delivery based on dietary restrictions.
• Disposes of trash and waste materials according to established guidelines.
• Follows infection control and safety protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assists in special cleaning projects as directed by the Food Services Director or Supervisor.  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role (preferred)                

Licenses/Certifications

• None Required

Experience

• No prior experience required.
• Previous food service or customer service experience preferred, particularly in a healthcare setting.