Dining Assistant- PER DIEM-includes Weekends & Holidays

About the role

Responsible for patient meal order selection, complete and accurate assembly of food trays, timely delivery of meal service, tray collection and sanitation/ware washing.

Responsibilities

• Greets patient, informs patient of meal selections and takes meal orders for next scheduled meal; ensures service excellence standards are met.
• Assists patient in selecting appropriate food choices and recommends alternatives where necessary; refers patient to Dietitian as required.
• Enters menu selections into diet office computer system.
• Obtains patient feedback and informs supervisor or Dietitian of any issues patient is experiencing with food service, quality or preferences.
• Assembles food trays for assigned patients and follows portion guidelines.
• Delivers trays in a timely fashion and collects and delivers used trays to kitchen at the end of meal service.
• Handles food according to sanitary regulations and department policy.
• Operates equipment and machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assists with ware washing of re-usable equipment.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required, or comparable experience.
• 1-3 years of technical experience required.