Dietary Aide (Sacramento)

REPORTS TO: Director of Dietary Services Pay Scale: $23.00 - $26.62/hour, Non-exempt

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Participate in provision of quality meals and nutritional services to patients, staff and guests.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assemble and prepare food and snacks as directed Organize and deliver prepared food to patient areas Properly process, store, and prepare food on a tight timeline Maintain high level of kitchen sanitation related to food preparation, dish room activities and employee’s personal hygiene Consistent documentation of food labeling, dating and kitchen procedures Serve behavioral health patients and staff with a friendly and helpful demeanor at all times Participates in activities which enhance professional growth and development Performs related duties, as requested Upholds the Organization’s ethics and customer service standards Knowledge and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required Food Safety Handler Card required at time of hire and to be maintained throughout employment Must be able to concentrate on work amidst distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic; must be able to consistently meet deadlines; and finish work at specified serving time; must be flexible in work hours in order to meet patient and organization operating needs Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile customer services interactions Must be able to give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English Must be able to use kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, mixers and dishwashers; knowledge of the hygiene factors involved in food preparation Must be able to work independently, in a result-restricted physical environment for extended periods of time Must have ability to perform several tasks concurrently Reach forward, up, down, and to the side Stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time Lift up to fifty (50) pounds Preferred Experience Food service in a treatment center, health care, or hospital setting. Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401K Retirement Plan Healthcare Spending Account Life Insurance (Supplemental life, term, and universal plans are also available) Short and Long-Term Disability PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern California Behavioral Health System