Kitchen Worker Jobs

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TITLE:

Kitchen Worker

JOB OVERVIEW:

Performs routine general service tasks (collection of dirty trays, dishroom tasks, sanitation throughout department, etc.) in kitchen, dining room, dish room, and patient units.

ROLE:

See job description for Service Partner for generic job description.

AREA OF ASSIGNMENT:

Food Management and Nutrition Services (FMNS) Department

HOURS OF WORK:

Varies depending on shift.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Food Production Manager/Executive Chef

PREREQUISITES:

Able to work on weekends and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS:

UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Unique Job Functions:

• Contributes to the department's image of professional food service and adds to the department's ability to provide quality food service by participating in marketing promotions.
• Performs other related job duties as required.
• Uses proper storage techniques according to department standards.
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the FMNS department, which may include relief coverage.
• Set up, break down, clean and sanitize all assigned work areas.
• Maintains temperature records in assigned work area.
• Actively participates in the training of new team members as well as on-going department in-servicing and education.
• Portions food accurately and within department standards.
• Communicates customer feedback to the appropriate persons for follow-up and/or action.
• Maintains responsibility for time management and best utilization of resources.
• Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior towards patients, visitors, co-workers and staff.
• Ability to use specialty equipment effectively for making product.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary work environment according to department standards.
• Operates the dishmachine and/or cleans pots and pans according to department standards to ensure proper sanitation of equipment.
• Cooperate and actively participate in flexing hours in the times of low census.
• Completes jobs as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

PREREQUISITES:

1. Must have current Washington State Food Handler's permit.

2. High school diploma or GED certification preferred.

3. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

4. Able to work on weekends and holidays.

5. Able to meet the professional appearance standards of the organization.

6. Six months of food service experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrates good interpersonal skills in a diverse population.

Demonstrates ability to work independently.

Able to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.

Demonstrates experience in providing excellent customer service.

Demonstrates basic knowledge of working a computer (for on-line training, etc.).

Previous experience with modified diet preparation is helpful.