Food Service Worker

About the Role

The Food Service Worker is responsible for the preparation and cooking of meals in a full-time or part-time capacity. This role operates under the supervision of the Food Service Manager and involves a variety of tasks to ensure efficient and safe food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in sufficient quantities to meet service requirements, timing preparation to align with service schedules.
• Maintain clean work areas and equipment in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Wash and put away dishes, and properly store groceries.
• Replenish silverware, cups, and condiments as needed.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Adhere to infection control and universal precaution practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to promote a courteous and calm atmosphere.
• Capability to work cooperatively with other departments.
• Demonstrated initiative in seeking and performing additional duties.

Physical and Mental Conditions

• Ability to lift up to and over 100 lbs., move, and transfer residents as needed (10% of the time).
• Frequent bending (10%), stooping (10%), crouching (10%), walking (30%), pushing (10%), and pulling (10%).
• Capability to climb at least 8 flights of stairs.
• Must be able to work in physically or mentally demanding situations, including occasional exposure to violent residents.
• Exposure to disagreeable odors, bloodborne, and airborne pathogens may occur.
• Intact or correctable senses and mental alertness are required for personal and resident safety.

Equipment Used

• Various medical equipment utilized in patient care.
• Computer and related programs.
• Copy machine, fax machine, and telephone.

Compliance

• Responsible for abiding by all policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and business conduct standards.
• Must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) policies and procedures.
• Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues (OSHA Task Category I).