HC Dishwasher

Responsibilities

• Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance on a timely basis.
• Serves meals in accordance with established portion control procedures, and special diet instructions.
• Performs limited basic food preparation under the direction of the Dining Services Team Leader and Kitchen Supervisor.
• Handles food and equipment in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as established policies and procedures.
• Checks diet cards for appropriate and correct menu items and portion sizes.
• Communicates with residents regarding their individual preferences at meal times.
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Takes temperatures of food and ensures that procedures are in place to provide hot food or cold food as appropriate.
• Works with a dining services team member to provide a pleasant dining experience for residents.
• Sets dining room tables for meal service.
• Cleans dining rooms and pantries after meal service and disposes of food and waste according to established policies.
• Performs dishwashing and cleaning according to task lists and as needed.
• Obtains supplies for the next meal service and performs inventories as needed.
• Assists in maintaining properly arranged food storage areas and pantries.
• Prepares and delivers snacks as instructed.
• Follows safety regulations at all times.
• Follows established Infection Control and universal procedures when performing daily tasks. This includes wearing personal protective equipment when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed. On-the-job training provided.
• Must have adequate reading abilities to read and understand diet cards, special diet menus, and other food service procedures.

Requirements

• Must be able to deal tactfully with staff, residents and visitors.
• Must be able to follow written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, and appearance of work areas for regular inspection of food service areas for sanitation, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must attend required training and education sessions offered by the facility.
• Will be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty pounds with a team member or by self throughout the workday.
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Card within one month of hire date.