Utility FT

Purpose of Job:

The primary purpose of your job position is to ensure that all dishes, pots/pans, work utensils and work areas are clean, sanitary and organized as directed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures, federal, state and local regulations.

Introduction:

Your job description has been designed to outline the responsibilities of your specific job title.   Every effort has been made to include all items.  It is understood that since you work in the service industry that NOT all situations can be listed.  We encourage you to provide the best customer services possible while accomplishing the tasks of your job.  The omission of specific duties or responsibilities does not mean that you should not complete the task.  Your job description outlines the general duties as well as establishes the method for performing other duties as assigned by a Director, Vice President or President.

Each job description contains 7 essential categories for every job and 1 category of title specific duties.  Please review them and ask your supervisor if you have any questions.

Administrative Functions:

Maintain a good work rapport with inter-departmental personnel.

Assist in planning, developing, organizing and implementing departmental activities as directed.

Assist coordinating departmental service with other departments.

Adhere to all WHV policies and procedures.

Perform administrative duties such as:  filing, completing forms, reading memos and attend meetings, as directed.

Create and maintain a good customer service environment.

Training/In-Service Attendance:

Attend and participate in all required in-services and educational classes.

Attend and participate in workshops, seminars and coursework, as directed.

Safety and Sanitation:

Clean and sanitize all dishes, silverware, utensils, equipment, etc.., in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as with our established policies and procedures.

Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies

Follow and establish safety procedures and precautions when performing the aspects of your job.

Report all injuries immediately to your supervisor.

Lift using proper technique.   Assist others when directed.

Report all unsafe and hazardous conditions and equipment to your supervisor.

Maintain a work area that is clean and hazard free.

Follow all infection control procedures as they apply.

Know and follow fire and disaster plans.

Use personal protective equipment when performing tasks that might involve infectious materials.

Equipment and Supply Usage:

Report all equipment malfunctions or breakdowns immediately.

Report low or depleted supplies to the appropriate person.

Use equipment for its intended purpose.

Follow correct official procedures when using equipment.

Assure that sufficient clean dishes, silverware, serving utensils/containers, glassware, work utensils, supplies, etc. are readily available for all meals and/or special functions.

Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.

Operate/use all dietary services equipment in a safe and sanitary manner, and in compliance with all federal, state, local, and community regulations and policies.

Resident Rights:

Maintain the confidentiality of resident information.

Handle all resident property with respect.

Knock before entering into a resident’s room or dwelling.

Ensure that residents are treated fairly and with respect allowing for individuality and privacy.

Uphold the residents’ civil rights.

Regulatory Compliance:

Follow all OSHA, CDC guidelines.

Review book of Material Safety Data Sheets prior to working with any chemicals.

Treat all team members fairly and equally without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap or marital status.

Adhere to all local, state or federal regulations as they apply.

Completes annual compliance training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

Abides by White Horse Village’s code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

Committee Functions

Serve on committees as assigned.

When serving on a committee, participate to the fullest of your ability.

Job Functions

Work with the Utility Service Coordinator/Executive Chef or Dining Service Manager as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.

Assure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.

Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.

Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Clean work tables, refrigerators/freezers, etc.

Sweep and mop floors as directed.  Clean walls and ceilings as directed.

Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.

Place soiled linens in designated hampers/laundry area, following departmental policies and procedures.

Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.

Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.

Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed

Clean and sanitize all dishes, pots/pans, glassware, silverware, serving utensils/containers, work utensils, etc., according to departmental policies and procedures.

Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures.  Assure that dishes, utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal.

Return clean dishes, glassware, silverware, serving utensils, work utensils, etc., are delivered to proper storage area.

Perform daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.    

Set up room service trays and staff trays according to established departmental policies and procedures.

Deliver room service trays as necessary.  

Remove food trays from carts and take to dishwashing area.

Review and comply with Material Safety Data Sheet information.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Home Care Competency:

Demonstrates competency in the following areas:

Maintains client confidentiality

Understands and promotes consumer control and the independent living philosophy

Assists residents with activities of daily living (as appropriate)

Recognizes and reports client changes

Understands and practices basic infection control

Understands and practices universal precautions

Understands White Horse Village protocols for handling emergencies

Completes required documentation

Understands departmental practices for reporting abuse and neglect

Understands departmental practices for dealing with difficult behaviors

Perform all other duties as assigned

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