Knowledge Base:

• Ability to ensure duties are completed in a timely, efficient manner according to the schedule
• Ability to function as a team member
• Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below
• Genuine care for and interest in elderly and handicapped people.
• Ability to comply with the Patient Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities
• Ability to comply with Company and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to properly wash, sanitize, and store all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Assist in tray assembly and deliver carts to the appropriate nursing or dining areas.
• Dispose of refuse according to departmental policy and procedure.
• Assemble and deliver floor supplies according to the posted standards.
• Put food and supplies away following the correct rotation (First In/ First Out).
• Ability to prepare all foods according to the menu and the standardized recipes in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner.
• Ability to ensure the proper preparation, portioning , and serving of foods as indicated on the spreadsheets and the recipes.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting 1-2 hours in an 8 hour work shift.
• Standing 3-7 hours in an 8 hour work shift. Alternates continuous to walking.
• Walking 3-7 hours in an 8 hour work shift. Alternates to standing.
• Lifting 50 lbs

Reliability, trustworthiness and consistency with regard to attendance is extremely important to this job. The ability to regularly and timely attend work, cooperative and politely work and deal with others, and to effectively multi task and work in a stressful environment are also essential functions to this job.

Statement: This position reports directly to the Dietary Service Manager.