Food Service Assistant - Nutrition Services

PeaceHealth

  • Bellingham, WA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Job Description:PeaceHealth is seeking a Food Service Assistant - Nutrition Services for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $18.67 – $27.99. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks which includes preparation, service, clean-up and delivery of food products in support of hospital food and catering service operations using HACCP guidelines for safe food handling.Essential Functions
  • Prepare, mix, assemble, portion, serve and store food following applicable guidelines.
  • Operate dish machine, wash pots and perform heavy cleaning duties following safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Transport equipment, food, supplies and trash as directed.
  • May act as cafeteria cashier/running the cash register
  • Follow guidelines for assigned station set-up and clean-up.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation
  • High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent
Experience
  • Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Previous work experience and
  • Preferred: Retail food service experience
Credentials
  • Required: Food Handlers Card - Washington
Skills
  • Strong customer service skills (Required)
  • Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation (Required)
  • Ability to work well with others (Required)
  • Ability to effectively communicate in order to effectively and safely perform the functions of this role (Required)
Department / Location Specific NotesSt. Joseph Medical Center:
  • May takes electronic meal orders from patients in person and over the phone using an electronic table and associated software that specifies patient’s specific dietary options.
  • Delivers and retrieves patient trays. Rounds with the patient to ensure their experience was satisfactory.
  • Delivers snacks, nourishments and tube feeding to patient care units.
  • Additional Training: May be expected to pass electronic tablet competency testing within orientation period; May be expected to pass competency testing on basic nutrition and special diet orders within the orientation period.
Working ConditionsLifting
  • Cooks: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 22 lbs. Occasional up to 50 lbs. Occasional carrying up to 20 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping/ grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling. Frequent pushing/pulling 14 lbs. sustained force with frequent stop/start. Occasional repetitive push/pull (scrubbing grill/oven).
  • Diet Rep/Aide: Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
  • Food service asst.: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 12 lbs. Occasional up to 44 lbs. Occasional carrying up to 25 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping, grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling. Frequent pushing/pulling 30 lbs. sustained force with frequent stop/start.
  • Stores Coord Asst: Continuous moving around area. Lifting: Frequent up to 50 lbs. Occasional up to 35 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping/ grasping. Occasional squatting/kneeling.
Environmental Conditions
  • Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
  • Working near/around heated surfaces (oven).
  • Working near/around water/liquid.
Mental/Visual
  • Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.See how PeaceHealth is committed to .For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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