Dining Assistant- Food and Nutrition

About Arnot Health

Arnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties. Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities. Learn more at

Summary

Responsible for delivering Patient trays on the units and providing good customer service to the Patients. May assist patients with computerized menu selection. General Kitchen duties such as dish room, cafeteria, catering, and tray line could be required. Supply patient care areas with appropriate nourishments. Monitors, maintains and records food temperatures per policy and regulatory agencies following the HACCP guidelines for food safety on patient unit pantries.

Responsibilities

• Gathers all tray delivery information to be prepared for tray delivery.
• Takes patient meal orders using tablets.
• Communicates with the nursing unit regarding Patient diets and special needs.
• Assists Patients with any concerns about the tray or meal service.
• Cleans counters, steam tables, cold tables, dining room tables and chairs, ovens, ranges, hoods and sinks.
• Transports soiled dishes for Doctor's Dining Room to conveyor.
• Assembles Patient trays, loads carts and delivers carts to units.
• Delivers and returns carts and soiled tray carts to and from patient areas and special meeting areas.

Minimum Qualifications

None

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Licensure/Certifications

None

Physical Requirements

Some physical effort or strain required. May involve lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching or stooping. Required to be on feet for long periods of time.

Job Title: Dining Assistant

Location: Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Department: Food and Nutrition

Hours Per Week: 20 Hours

Schedule: Monday - Sunday Rotation

Sign-On Bonus: $0

Pay Range Disclosure: $16.66 - $21.86

Pay Grade: U50

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