What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutritional Services Student Aide position at The Bellevue Hospital?
TITLE: Student Aide
DEPARTMENT: Nutritional Services
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR JOB TITLE: Nutritional Services Supervisor
Position Summary
Works under the supervision of the Nutritional Svs. Leader to perform a variety of duties in the Nutritional Services Department, including assisting with the preparation of food, tray assembly, transporting and passing trays to patients, assisting with wrapping, labeling and proper storage of food products, operation of the dish machine, washing and sanitizing of pots and pans and thorough cleaning of the entire Nutritional Svs. Department and dining area before closing the kitchen. All tasks are performed in strict accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations.
Essential Functions
- Assists with the quality preparation of food in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations.
- Assists with answering room service calls, tray set up and delivery in accordance with hospital policies.
- Responsible for maintaining sanitation and cleanliness of the food preparation area and equipment.
- Operates floor care equipment to clean in the department.
Non-essential Functions
- Actively participates in process improvement, hospital committees/projects establish personal goals that align with the departmental goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Must be 16 or older and attending school.
- Ability to read, write as well as understand written and oral instruction.
- An understanding of simple math concepts.
Mental / Emotional Demands
- Is able to take direction and follow instruction
- Ability to organize and prioritize duties and work within time frames.
Physical Requirements
Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.