Food Service Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reads patient tray ticket orders and places items on trays. Delivers / serves patient trays, snack and supplements Assist patients with opening any items Collects patient trays from room, stacks dirty dishes on cart and returns cart to kitchen Operates dish machine Performs daily / weekly cleaning tasks Washes and sanitizes dishes, pots and pans, and kitchen equipment Maybe required to filter hot oil with mesh strainer and/or change oil in fryers Serves cafeteria customers Operates cash register Portions food items as directed Replenishes stock with proper rotation Takes and records food temperatures Takes and records equipment temperatures Cleans and sanitizes work area, tables, and cabinets Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers Follows scripting when delivering patient trays Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, and proper hair coverings) Excellent customer service skills needed when delivering patient trays

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

PAY RANGE: $16.56 - $24.01 Mercyhealth is an

Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Generous, accruing paid time off

Paid Parental and caregiver leave

Career advancement and educational opportunities

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Well-being Programs

Employee Discounts

On-Demand Pay

Financial Education

Annual recognition/awards events

Partner appreciation days

Family entertainment/attractions discount

Community service/improvement opportunities

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