What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Services Aide- PRN position at Clark Fork Valley Hospital?
Job Title: Nutrition Services Aide – PRN
Location: Clark Fork Valley Hospital
Position Summary:
Clark Fork Valley Hospital is looking for a dependable and service-oriented Nutrition Services Aide / Cook (PRN) to join our energetic food services team. If you enjoy working in a kitchen environment and take pride in preparing quality meals for others, we encourage you to apply! This position plays a vital role in ensuring that all dietary and dining needs are met with care and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare meals according to posted menus and standardized recipes.
Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures at all times.
Prepare and serve special/therapeutic diets accurately, ensuring correct implementation.
Maintain cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and kitchen facilities.
Meet scheduled meal times and assist with food service delivery as needed.
Open or close the kitchen and register area as assigned.
Comply with long-term care dietary regulations and hospital dietary policies.
Assist with inventory management: taking counts, receiving orders, storing food/supplies, and notifying the manager of shortages or issues.
Visit patients on self-select diets to help them place meal orders.
Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and residents' families.
Operate kitchen equipment safely, following all posted instructions and procedures.
Fill in and manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Nutrition Services Manager.
Complete assigned cleaning tasks and maintain a safe work environment.
PM Cook: Prepares café and kitchen area for morning crew.
AM Cook: Prepares and places café food in the hot food table for PM service.
Why Clark Fork Valley Hospital
Clark Fork Valley Hospital is a great place to work, we truly live our mission of Quality Care Close to Home. Nestled along the Clark Fork River, Plains is a small community with that true home town feel. If you feel like getting a taste of the city Missoula and Kalispell are an hour drive. As the largest employer in Sanders County, we would love for you to join our team.
Clark Fork Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer