Food Service Assistant, Per Diem/Day Shift

About the role

The Food Service Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of food preparation and cleaning functions in the cafeteria, kitchen, and dishwashing areas. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Executive Chef and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up salad bar, deli station, dessert cabinets, beverages, baked goods, etc.
• Obtain and place dishes, silverware, hot and cold food, baked goods, beverages, desserts, and condiments.
• Set up board menu to reflect current menu.
• Serve food as directed.
• Greet all customers promptly and courteously.
• Receive payment for food and drinks from visitors and staff.
• Cash out drawer at end of shift and put money in safe as directed.
• Wipe off counters, tables and chairs; arrange, rearrange, and replenish items as needed.
• Assemble prepared foods on patient trays for regular and modified diets from patient menus.
• Deliver patient trays and supplies to rooms and/or floors.
• Perform duties assigned on cleaning schedules daily.
• Check work areas, sinks, or other areas for sharp knives or objects that may be dangerous to employees.
• Dispose of trash and boxes in their proper disposal locations.
• Sweep, mop, and rinse floors utilizing proper chemicals and techniques as outlined in department policy manual.
• Follow all cleaning assignments according to instructions, policies and procedures set forth.
• Return any chemicals or supplies etc. to the chemical storeroom and place labeled chemicals in proper storage areas.
• Prevent cross-contamination of counters and/or equipment and do not handle them after stripping dirty equipment and areas.
• Stock items in a manner which meets all regulatory and department policies.
• Inform supervisor of any shortages in supplies.
• Practice back safety while lifting food supplies to their proper location.
• Transport carts, trays, and food items to patient care floors on an as needed basis to ensure food is delivered in a timely manner.
• Return carts, trays, and other utensils to the kitchen at designated times and on an as needed basis.
• Start dish machine; fill up all tanks, check soap and rinsing solution to ensure proper operation.
• Operate dish machine according to instructions, policies and procedures set forth.
• Check clean dishes to ensure all particles are removed.
• Clean stripping area; dish machine, food trucks, and any carts.
• Sanitize specified equipment.
• Return equipment to its respective station.
• Aid in patient tray line assembly and/or catering events under direction of supervisor.
• Maintain sanitary work areas in order to avoid the risk of food-borne illness and cross-contamination of food.
• Use proper hand washing techniques and procedures and maintain a high level of personal sanitation.
• Always observe sanitation procedures before handling utensils or food items, always use disposable gloves while handling food, changing them according to department policy.
• Label food items properly.
• Check expiration dates on food and restock units in timeframes established.
• Establish par levels and ensure station areas are stocked and ready at specified daily time consistent with department goals and objectives.
• Aid in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Place and rotate all supplies to meet department requirements.
• Maintain department records, reports, and files as required, including stockroom requisitions.
• Remain flexible to work other shifts, holidays, and weekends as requested.
• Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.
• Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.
• Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.
• Perform other functions/duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions required.
• Ability to operate cash register required.
• Previous food preparation and service experience preferred.

Skills

• Food preparation and service experience.
• Customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Physical stamina.

Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Pay

$18.10 - $25.16/Hourly Grade SC2C23

Schedule

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 30 Locust Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America)