What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker II position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
*Works under general supervision of a Food Service Supervisor and follows established procedures and job flows.
*Assembles trays for patients.
*Cleans assigned area & equipment after meal service.
* Delivers food to patient floors.
*Delivers trays directly to patients.
*Works in the truck room and dish room area.
*Checks in daily food and non- food items for tray line and stores them in a sanitary manner.
*Obtains and stocks all items necessary to operate tray line from other areas of the department.
*Ensures that tray line operations run in an efficient manner.
*Work assigned station on tray line / POD - hot server, builder, checker.
*Prepare and deliver patient food trays.
*Works in truck room and dish room area; organizes dirty dishes, trays, etc. to be placed in dish machine; unloads dish machine, and transports clean dishes to tray line area.
*Cleans, sanitizes, dries patient food trucks.
*Prepares workstation along tray line / POD. Assembles utensils, proper containers and plates in appropriate quantity for meal service. Alert appropriate personnel within area if additional products or supplies are needed. Alert appropriate personnel to issues such as incorrect temperature, poor appearance of food, unacceptable quality of any kind as far as the food is concerned.
*Breaks down and restocks all workstations when meal service is complete. Washes assigned area of tray line / POD. Stocks all refrigerators, check temperatures of all refrigerators. Report any problems w/equipment or refrigeration to supervisor. May be assigned to breakdown and clean POD refrigerators, tables and condiment containers. Will be assigned to clean and polish stainless steel, reach in coolers and freezers.
*Delivers food trucks to patient floors as assigned. Assures all food trucks are placed in their gallies and secured. Picks up food tray trucks from patient floors after each meal period. Delivers outpatient/inpatient breakfasts, lunches & dinners (boxes or meals) to Emergency Department, Blood Bank, APS, Ellison 2, etc...as needed.
*Pick- up and Store supplies from the DSC. Rotates all stock according to First In First Out (FIFO) procedures.
*Sweep and mop tray line area and hallway. Remove all accumulated trash to refuse area.
*Remove empty milk and bread creates to the DSC.
*Answer telephone calls and report all needs to the supervisor.
*Handles food, supplies and equipment in a manner that meets federal state, local and The Joint Commission regulations.
*Must be customer service oriented and meet all guidelines of patient rights and patient confidentiality
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
- Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
- Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
- Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
- Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Physical Requirements
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
