GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:Rochelle Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All offers are contingent upon successful passing of a post-offer substance testing, positive reference checks and background check and your ability to establish your employment eligibility in the United States.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs all duties related with the Food Service Department, except preparing hot food items. Works closely with all other Food Service employees. Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Duties may vary to meet the requirements of the Food Service Department activities.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for handling, preparing, and serving food in accordance with the standard sanitary operating procedure, and comply with the HACCP policy.
Meals must be palatable and appetizing in appearance using garnish. Also the appearance of the tray is an important factor.
Meet meal schedules for patients, employees, and special functions as per policy.
Following recipes is of utmost importance when working with different diets that require special attention regarding ingredients and portion control.
Perform all duties listed on job procedure – Food Service Aide 2 or 3, or PM 2 – including any additional tasks that may be requested by the manager or the cook.
Assure that work surfaces are cleaned and sanitized. The assigned monthly cleaning may be done any time during the month or as needed.
The replenishment of all working supplies within the Food Service Department is the responsibility of all Food Service employees. Always remember FI FO (First In, First Out).
Review the checklist daily, posted on the bulletin board in the Food Service Department and follow instructions.
Maintains confidentiality as per hospital policy.
Maintains mandatory education requirements based on JCAHO, IDPH, and OSHA standards.
Courteously answers the telephone and follows through appropriately.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous Food Service experience desirable.
Experience
Knowledge of food preparation and operations of Food Service equipment is desirable.
A working knowledge of special and restricted diets will be helpful in assuring the proper operation of the Food Service Department.
The ability to communicate effectively with other personnel.
Work Environment
Hazards are typical of institutional kitchens (hot cooking surfaces, sharp objects, electrical equipment, and extreme temperatures are frequently encountered).
On occasion, lift up to 50 pounds of miscellaneous food items.
Requires a great deal of walking, standing, and bending to floor level approximately 80% of the time while on duty.
Must be able to reach shelves at least 6 feet high, reach work areas of 4 feet wide, and work on work surfaces 3 feet high.
Annual Requirements
Participate in annual OSHA training.
Attend one continuing education seminar per year.
Comply with employee health requirements.
Comply with hospital mandatory in-service training.
Rochelle Community Hospital Association positions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to do. They are intended to provide a general outline of the work, responsibility and qualifications of the position. Employees are expected to provide whatever assistance is needed so that both individual and organizational success can be achieved.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
