Nutrition & Food Services Assistant - Senior Living - Atherton Place

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Job Summary:

Nutrition & Food Services Assistant - Senior Living - Atherton Place

Primary focus of this position is Utility: Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation Support / Dishwashing

Atherton Place serves 3 chef-prepared meals daily. All plans include daily breakfast, lunch & dinner. Restaurant-style meal service: the Main Dining Room or the Azalea 2nd Floor Dining Room.

Hours: 10:30 am – 7 pm; Rotate every other weekend: Sat & Sun

Responsible for performing duties in a variety of areas which may include all or one of the following:

Utility - safely transporting patient meal food carts to and from nursing units, warewashing of dishes, pots and pans; basic housekeeping of walls, floors, windows and equipment. Retail - serving, prepping, cleaning, restocking, cashiering, while also demonstrating great customer service skills. Tray Line - working on a patient tray assembly line, preparing patient meals within the specifications of the diet order and patient preferences.

Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Ensures the Safety of Customers and Team Members according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and county Health Dept. Guidelines:

• Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
• Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations (i.e., fingernail length and finish) and reports potential risks
• Maintains all the work areas in a clean and organized manner; free of spills and fall hazards.
• Monitors and records food and/or equipment temperatures; immediately correcting/escalating "out of range" occurrences.
• Stores food and/or supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
• Operates equipment according to all safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions (i.e., frayed electrical cords).

• Ensures Positive Service Outcomes:

• Follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the work station prior to task start time.
• Sets up, maintains and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Completes area checklists and forms.
• Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturer's and area specific guidelines.
• Remains flexible to support other team members across the department to achieve desired service outcomes.

• Engages in Efforts to Create a World Class Work Environment:

• Follows work area's uniform specifications, i.e., clothing and shoes are neat and clean.

• Collaborates with team members and Leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the department.

• Communicates in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear and concise.

• Respects the cultural traditions of team members and customers.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications: Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Required Minimum Experience: Hospital foodservice experience and customer service experience highly preferred. Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math.

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