Facility: Kennestone Hospital

Job Summary:

Sanitation Tech - Nutrition & Food Services

Food Services Equipment Tech  Responsible for performing duties in a variety of areas which may include all or one of the following: Utility – Safely transporting patient meal food carts to and from nursing units; warewashing of dishes, pots and pans; basic housekeeping of walls, floors, windows and equipment.

Responsible for completing and overseeing detailed housekeeping activities, including the use of mechanical equipment, and may work independently during off-peak hours to accomplish tasks.  

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 appropriate infection prevention practices.
  * 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.
• Ensures Positive Service Outcomes:
  * Comes to work as scheduled, arriving at the workstation prior to task start time.
  * Stocks supplies prior to service start time and peak activity.
  * Sets up workstation according to area requirements.
• 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 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.
  * Respectful of the cultural traditions of team members and customers.
• Ensures Positive Work Area Outcomes:
  * Performs detailed housekeeping activities, including the use and basic maintenance of powered/mechanical equipment while ensuring all safety guidelines are followed.
  * Works independently, possibly during off-peak hours; thereby, requiring the ability to manage own time to complete tasks properly and on time.
  * Sets up, operates, and breaks down equipment according to manufacturer's instruction.
  * Monitors and guides other team members to ensure proper completion of cleaning tasks.
  * Maintains cleaning schedules and checklists by reading/understanding duties and documenting completion, including notation of any equipment or environmental problems.

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 experience preferred, but not required.
Required Minimum Experience: Less than one year of related work experience. Experience in cleaning & sanitizing foodservice equipment strongly preferred.
Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and Math.