Dietetic Assistant-27

About the role

This position may be assigned a variety of fundamental food service duties, including patient tray line (meal assembly), dish room, utilities (floors and trash), cafeteria server, and cold food production. The role works as part of a team to deliver high-quality food and service to patients and customers.

Primary job assignment is Ruby Cafeteria Third Shift Relief with relief assignments in Nutrition Departments as needed. The role includes all areas of Ruby Cafeteria daily operations and may be reassigned to required relief positions in the Nutrition Department. This position includes alternating weekend and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all work areas for operation, per task assignment.
• Maintains sanitizer strength throughout shift; changes as needed.
• Sets up, restocks, cleans, and organizes assigned areas as necessary.
• Gathers utensils based on correct portions.
• Produces and maintains quality food and beverage products using standardized recipes and proper portioning.
• Utilizes leftovers following the first in, first out method and follows the menu cycle.
• Provides quality service to ensure customer/patient satisfaction:
  • Greets customers, takes orders, and serves efficiently.
  • Remains focused on customer service throughout interactions.
  • Knowledgeable about food ingredients and allergens; escalates questions to management if unsure.
  • Addresses customer complaints professionally and seeks management assistance when needed.
• Removes trash from service areas promptly and cleans spills with appropriate caution signage.
• Merchandises area through clean, uncluttered, and attractive displays, including signage, labels, and garnishes.
• Ensures all activities meet sanitation, safety, and quality control guidelines:
  • Proper use of cleaning chemicals.
  • Documents equipment temperatures as assigned.
  • Alerts facilities and management of malfunctioning equipment.
  • Properly operates, cleans, and stores equipment.
  • Cleans and sanitizes work surfaces throughout the shift.
  • Properly stores and labels food items and chemicals.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Food Service Worker Permit (FSWP) from Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) prior to starting OR obtain a MCHD Temporary FSWP no later than the first Wednesday of employment and a permanent MCHD FSWP within 1 month of start date.
• Must maintain a valid MCHD FSWP throughout employment.
• Until a Temporary FSWP is obtained:
  • May not handle exposed food or any food contact surface, equipment, or utensil.
  • May be trained on tray delivery and complete general department orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pull a fully loaded patient meal cart (approximately 250 lbs).
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.

Working Environment

• Ability to work effectively in a noisy setting and under deadline pressures.
• Work area may be hot, cold, and/or wet.
• Interaction with customers in some assignments.
• Work with cleaning and dishwashing chemicals.
• Ability to understand written and oral communication.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Shift: Night (8:00 PM – 4:30 AM early or 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM late).
• Includes alternating weekend and holiday shifts.

Pay

Pay will equal the scheduled task assignment.