SUMMARY: This is an "As Needed" (PRN) Entry Level opportunity. In this position, you will be responsible for:

Providing meals to subjects in research studies, Preparing and serving food in accordance with research specifications, and food safety standards. Maintains supplies, equipment, and records as indicated.

AVERAGE WEEKLY HOURS: 20

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tasks may include but are not limited to:

•Assembles patient trays, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

•Precise measuring and recording of certain research diets.

•Supervise food quality and temperature adherence.

•Keeps a record of what was delivered. Informs the person in charge of purchasing when inventory is low.

•Transport food, supplies, and utensils to patient eating areas from main kitchen.

•Handles the service of the food in accordance with sanitary regulations and ensures that food is palatable and appetizing in appearance.

•Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of all equipment used in the kitchen area.

•Assure the timely delivery of food to subjects.

•Understand and apply proper sanitation regulations to the daily operation of the department.

•Check temperatures and quality of prepared foods at various times during the day.

•Able to communicate both with verbal and written skills to coworkers and supervisors.

•Operate and maintain the dishwashing and keeps the kitchen area orderly, clean, and safe.

•Comply with Safety and Hazardous Material policies and Universal Precautions and Infection Control policies.

•Present a positive image of the organization by neat and professional appearance.

•Make subjects and the public feel respected and welcome.

•Maintain patient and hospitality confidentiality.

•Contribute to and participate in team and individual efforts to improve the quality of service.

•Show initiative and judgment in controlling the utilization of resources.

•Must maintain regular, consistent attendance.

REQUIREMENTS:

Required: High school diploma or GED with 6 months to 1-year experience in the food service industry.

Preferred: 6 months to 1-year experience directly related to nutrition and diet therapy and/or experience in patient-feeding food service establishment preferred

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Antonio, TX 78217: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person