Diet Aide

Diet AideUnder the direction of the Manager, Supervisor and/or Chef, the Diet Aide's duties will be determined by the department they work in. Duties will include (but not limited to): general kitchen cleaning duties as dictated by the department need; activities required for preparing and serving meals, post meal service tray retrieval and cleaning duties. Ensures all patient food service duties are performed in compliance with proper food handling techniques, infection control policies, and safety guidelines of the hospital and all regulatory agencies.Compensation Pay Range: $16.50 - $23.60Essential FunctionsKitchen1. Performs daily cleaning duties of kitchen equipment using various cleaning machines providing a constant supply of clean cooking pots/utensils2. Performs daily cleaning of assigned kitchen area; maintains organized work area3. Assists tray line department with loading and transportation of food trucks during meal serviceDining Room and Patient Meals1. Assists in preparation of supplies and setting up of tray line area and serves food at assigned station2. Serves patient meals and retrieves trays/dishes following meal service3. Performs daily cleaning of food trucks and work area4. Follows proper rotating guidelines stocking of food and beverage itemsFollows procedures and standards of proper food handling, safety, and personal hygiene as required by the department1. Adheres to all food handling guidelines: proper hand washing, hairnets, gloves, no eating/drinking while serving or delivering food2. Reports to work in proper uniform as per departmental standards and/or hospital policy.Safety Awareness – Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment1. Follows proper patient identification policies2. Demonstrates understanding of all patient care signage reflecting patients at risk - Suicide Precaution (black dot), Behavior issues, NPO, supervised, etc.3. Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control guidelines: Universal Precautions, Isolation specific signage, etc.4. Follows department standards: does not engage in horseplay, posts wet floor signs as needed, reports faulty equipmentJob RequirementsPreferred education: High school education or equivalent preferred. Must be 16 years or older at the time of filing an application.Preferred Work Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred but not required.Additional Knowledge and Skills: Performs all other duties per operational needs. Must be able to read, write and communicate routine information in the English language. Perform simple arithmetic functions. This position may require the candidate to be on their feet most of the shift as required. Ability to provide a high-level of customer service to all customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and healthy work environment. Contributes to department goal for excellence in all patient interactions. Understands the daily needs of the department and works independently to complete tasks. Works well with peers contributing to a pleasant work environment. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.Varied shifts: 6:00a-2:30p, 6:30a-3:00p, 9:00a-5:30p, 11:00a-7:30p, and 4:00p-7:30p. Weekday, weekend and Holiday availability required. Per diem, on an as needed basis.