Food Service Associate I

About the role

The Food Service Associate I assists in the preparation, assembly, and delivery of food to our customers. Delivers meal trays, nourishments, and floor stock to patient/resident rooms or designated areas. Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, and equipment to maintain a clean food service department. Job Description: SCHEDULE: Shift: 4:00pm-7:15pm(1-3 shifts per week) Every other weekend required 2 holidays per year KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Accurately assembles meal trays/meals, snacks, and nourishments per specified meal order or diet guidelines, adhering to portion control and quality food presentation standards. Loads and transports food carts, and delivers food to patient/resident room or designated area following established procedures. Cleans dishes, utensils, equipment, and work area following established sanitation procedures. Performs prep work such as washing and peeling of fruits and vegetables. Cuts and portions desserts. Delivers and stocks food supplies in designated areas according to established par levels, ensuring proper rotation of items and monitoring expiration dates. Uses necessary equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Serves our cafeteria customers in a friendly, efficient manner by performing cashier duties, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness. Restocks and maintains food and other supplies in an orderly manner, observing all food storage standards. Follows established food handling procedures and monitors temperature of food and equipment to ensure food safety and infection control practices are met. Maintains friendly customer interaction with patients and families. Performs other duties as assigned.