Facility: Kennestone Hospital

Job Summary:

Nutrition & Food Service Assistant  2 - Patient Meals Assembly

Primary function involves delivering great customer service, while also accurately and expeditiously completing tasks. Other duties include food and supply preparation, service, re-stocking and clean-up. May also be required to work in other areas of the N&FS Department to ensure the successful completion of patient meal service.

Primary Focus will be Patient Meals

Tray Line - working on a patient tray assembly line, preparing patient meals within the specifications of the diet order and patient preferences.

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

*Ensures the Safety of Customers and Team Members (according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and county Health Dept. Guidelines:
- Washes hands frequently and appropriately wears gloves.
- Follows infection prevention practices, including personal hygiene expectations (i.e., fingernail length and finish) and reports potential risks.
- Maintains all the work areas in a clean and organized manner; free of spills and fall hazards.
- Monitors and records food and/or equipment temperatures; immediately correcting/escalating “out of range” occurrences.
- Stores food and/or supplies using proper labeling, dating and rotation methods.
- Operates equipment according to all safety guidelines and escalates any unsafe conditions (i.e., frayed electrical cords).

*Ensures Positive Service Outcomes:
- Follows department work schedule (including weekends and holidays) and arrives at the work station prior to task start time.
- Sets up, maintains and breaks down workstation according to area requirements.
- Follows written and verbal instructions and station responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Completes area checklists and forms.
- Operates and cares for equipment according to manufacturer’s and area specific guidelines.
- Remains flexible to support other team members across the department to achieve desired service outcomes.

*Engages in Efforts to Create a World Class Work Environment:
- Follows work area’s uniform specifications, i.e., clothing and shoes are neat and clean.
- Collaborates with Team Members and N&FS leadership to meet the goals and objectives of the department and hospital.
- Communicates in a respectful manner and in terms that are clear and concise.
- Respects the cultural traditions of Team Members and customers.

Required for All Jobs:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Required Minimum Experience: One year of retail experience with customer interaction required. Hospital foodservice experience and customer service experience highly preferred.

Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math.