Job Details

Prepare and serve salads and desserts using standardized recipes.

Set up trays quickly and accurately in neat attractive arrangement according to posted menu at food stations on central tray line.

Place foods, condiments, serving containers, dishes, silverware, etc., appropriate to meal and resident preferences on trays.

Carefully follow directions in serving modified diets, adhering to mealtime schedules, and following standardized recipes and methods of preparation. Adheres to specified portion controls.

Deliver cart with food trays to resident areas and assist with tray distribution, as required.

Return food carts from resident areas to the dishwashing area. Clear trays and wash soiled dishware.

Prepare appropriate snacks or special nourishments according to specification and ensure delivery at proper time.

Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement. Wear hairnet or hair cap in food service areas.

Clean work areas and equipment such as counter tops, steam table, coffee urn, and refrigerators.

Know and report potential sanitation or safety hazards in the kitchen, dining room or other areas to Food and Nutrition Services Manager and equipment malfunction to Environmental Plant Manager.

Transport garbage to outdoor receptacle, as needed.

Adhere to Standard Precautions and Facility Infection Control Policies and Procedures. Adhere to the dietary cleaning schedules.

Maintain courteous, tactful, and helpful manner when dealing with residents, staff, and visitors.

Adhere to patient rights and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Stores food items and supplies appropriately.

Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings as required.

Perform other tasks as requested.