Req Number 127542Job DescriptionResponsible for safely and accurately preparing and serving meals to patients,retail customers, and guests. Interacts with patients and customers with careand compassion. Honor's patients' rights. Accurately and efficiently distributes,collects and cleans patient meal trays and snack service. Assists patients withmeal tray preparation, as needed. Able to utilize basic computer software andcomputerized tablets. Cleans and stocks unit food pantries. Rotates andreplenishes food stock. Cleans and sanitizes food contact surfaces, as well aswalls, ceilings, and floors. Participates in basic preparation of ready-to-eatfoods. Safely uses and cleans knives and basic kitchen equipment, such asrefrigerators, freezers, blenders, food warmers, steam tables, and dishmachines. Prepares and serves catered events. Operates a cash register andfollows cash management procedures. Follows all food safety and sanitationguidelines. Adheres to all physical safety guidelines. Actively participates inPerformance Improvement Projects.Job Responsibility
Food Preparation and storage:
Handles food and uses equipment in accordance with established
sanitary & safety procedures.
Cuts cakes and pies. Decorates cupcakes. Portions canned fruits.
Prepares pureed desserts.
Receives and stores foods deliveries.
Covers, labels, and dates all prepared foods.
Rotates stock using First In, First Out. Discards expiring items.
Maintains proper food and beverage temperatures.
Must carry out all assignments necessary to help and assist the
department to remain in compliance with state Sanitary code part14, Public Health Law 225, IONYCRR, article 28 State HospitalCode, and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of HealthcareOrganizations.
. Patient Meal Service:
Takes meal orders using a computerized tablet.
Assembles patient meal trays, adhering to patient selection and the
Nutrition Care Manual.
Delivers trays to patients, assuring accurate patient identification.
Respects patient's rights.
Maintains a courteous and professional demeanor.
Offers and provides meal substitutes of equal nutritional value when
a meal provided is deemed unsatisfactory to the patient.
Effectively communicates with patients/significant others and other
departments and food service management.
Prepares and delivers meals and snacks on alternate meal
schedules, as needed. Explains the policy on foods from outside of the facility.
Cleans and stocks unit food pantry.
Cleans and stocks assigned areas in the kitchen.
Adheres to all policies and procedures.
Performance Improvement:
Is an active participant in departmental performance improvement
projects.
Attends departmental and hospital inservices to maintain and
improve job competency.
. Sanitation:
Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment
Cleans and sanitizes food contact surfaces.
Notifies management regarding medical conditions or illness which
may jeopardize public health
Performs related duties, as required.
ADA Essential FunctionsJob Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Must be able to read and comprehend written menus, dietary reports, and
computer screens.
Applies basic computer skills for data entry and retrieval.
Must have the ability to communicate and to understand the
communication of others.
Ability to reach behind, sideways, and in front to prepare meal trays. Able
to walk continuously for long periods, while pushing meal trucks or carts.Able to lift and push 40 pounds. Able to breathe continuously in warm(steamy dishroom) and cold environments (walk-in freezer).
Food service experience preferred but not required.
Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $21.51-$22.26/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Full-time