Food & Nutrition Specialist - Morning & Evening

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?WHAT WE'RE ABOUTWe believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.Requirements:You care.Morning & Evening Shifts AvailableFood & Nutrition Specialist Perks: Generous BonusesGrowth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salaryHealth BenefitsPOSITION SUMMARYThe primary responsibility of your job position is to provide assistance in all food functions following the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities. You are entrusted to follow established policies and procedures as directed by the Food and Nutrition Services Manager in order to assist in food preparation, serve a well-balanced meal and maintain a clean and sanitary dining hall.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist cook in preparing meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with established portion control procedures.Set up and deliver meal trays, food carts, etc. to designated areas.Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.Serve food in dining room as instructed.Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.Assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes and utensils.Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc.Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures.Distribute and collect menus as necessary.Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment.Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.Adheres to dress and jewelry requirements per health code regulationsAssist/direct daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.Attend and participate in facility mandatory in-service training programs as scheduled.Participate and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary.Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information including protected health information. Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors.Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.Perform all other duties as requestedTALENT:Relationship BuildingHave a caring attitude and sincere interest in othersDemonstrate friendliness and enthusiasmBuild relationships with all types of peopleInfluencingCommunicate effectivelyExecutingSelf -directedAbility to organize and prioritizeAbility to exercise judgment and display understandingDetail oriented and follow throughStrategic ThinkingSolve problems effectivelyCreative in coming up with options and varietyCuriosity and desire to learn SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Google and Microsoft operating system platformsAdministrative and clerical procedures; customer serviceEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Must possess, as a minimum, an 8th grade educationOn-the-job training providedJOB TRAINING:How long it usually takes to completely perform this job when the incumbent has the minimum knowledge, skills, ability, work experience and/or education: up to 3 monthsWORK ENVIRONMENT:Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm and noisy for cookingMoves intermittently during working hoursIs subject to frequent interruptionsIs involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstancesIs subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etcCommunicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisorsWorks beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessaryIs subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)Attends and participates in continuing educational programsIs subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminantsIs subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B virusesMaintains a liaison with other department directors to adequately plan for food services/activitiesMay be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals