Dietary Associate - Food and Nutrition - Full Time

Dietary Service Position

To be an active member of the dietary team to provide the best dietary service for patients, employees and staff. Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Must have grammar school education, should be able to read and write and be able to understand written and oral communication. Some experience desirable, but not necessary.

Essential functions:

1. Performs functions of a food service helper according to department policy and procedure.
2. Prepares assembly line station for patient tray service in a timely manner.
3. Assembles food items for patient tray service according to marked menu.
4. Transports food carts to and from designated areas on patient floors in a safe and timely manner.
5. Collects all garbage in Dietary and Cafeteria areas and transports to compactor/incinerator in a timely manner.
6. Scrapes and washes all dishware from patient trays and employee cafeteria according to department sanitation procedures.
7. Scrubs and sanitizes all pots and pans and organizes in designated area.
8. Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
9. Demonstrates age specific communication skills.

Maintains a neat, clean and sanitary work area.

Other duties as assigned.