Foodservice Associate

Foodservice Associate at Aurora Medical Center Burlington - 252 McHenry St. Department: 11903 AMC Burlington - Food and Nutrition. Status: Part time. Benefits Eligible: No. Hours Per Week: 0. Schedule Details/Additional Information: Every other Weekend Rotation. Holiday Rotation. Casual Role- Primary PM Shifts. Occasional AMs. Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30.

Responsibilities

Assembles patient and mobile meal trays/meals in accordance with approved diet guidelines and portions while adhering to productivity standards; Loads and transports food carts; Delivers patient meal trays to patient rooms in accordance with established procedures; May provide initial service to visitors in the cafeteria by serving food and maintaining the cleanliness of the cafeteria; Responsible for operating cash register, handling cash and completing daily reports and cash register balance sheets as needed; Performs cleaning duties using established sanitation procedures in the kitchen and cafeteria; Washes pots, pans, and dishes according to established procedures; Assists with preparation, delivery, setup, cleanup and presentation of catered and specialized events; Assists with special days/promotions, including decorating; Displays daily specials for presentation to customers; Coordinates the food preparation and presentation of all major catering; Prepares snacks, beverages, sandwiches and other patient food items in accordance with standardized recipes and approved diet guidelines and portions; Prepares, arranges, serves and replenishes supplies of food, beverages and condiments in retail areas and kitchen; Prepares entrees, grill and deli sandwiches, and salads with an emphasis on food garnishing and presentation; Replenishes food service areas to include supply of dishes, utensils, glassware, napkins and trays; Delivers and stocks all nursing units, doctors' lounges, same day surgery and emergency rooms, following established procedures; Monitors food temperatures and utilizes established procedures to ensure safe food handling techniques and prevent foodborne illness

Requirements

No licensure, registration, or certification required; No formal education required; No experience required; Basic knowledge in food service from within a hospital, hotel, restaurant or a related environment; Ability to read and understand written and oral communications; Good communication and customer service skills to effectively interact with internal and external customers; Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office or similar products; Ability to use e-mail and internet; Ability to safely and effectively operate necessary power equipment (e.g., dish-machine, tray line, garbage disposal); Ability to stand, walk, and reach above shoulders the majority of the workday, as well as squat, bend, twist, kneel, and climb throughout shift; Ability to lift up to 40 lbs from floor to a maximum 5 ft; Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs at waist height a reasonable distance; Ability to push/pull with 20 lbs of force; Protective clothing must be worn as necessary