Food Service Worker - Per Diem (Westchester)

Performs one or a number of tasks relating to the preparation and service of food; the delivery and collection of food and supplies, the appropriate operation of machinery, and the sanitation of specific areas of the department. 

• Prepares and serves food to patients as assigned.

• • Prepares and arranges food according to guidelines or tallies.

  • Handles food in accordance with sanitary regulations.

  • Serves food while accurately filling requests.

• Transports food and supplies to designated areas within the Hospital or cafeteria.

• • Delivers food trays, nourishment, supplemental feedings and supplies in an orderly and timely fashion.

  • Collects used carts or trays and returns them to the kitchen.

  • Maintains a sufficient amount of each item to support needs.

• Operates machines used in the preparation of food or sanitation equipment and work area.

• • Uses machines/equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

  • Operates all utensils according to proper procedures.

• Maintains cleanliness of the work area.

• • Mops floors, cleans equipment, utensils, work and service areas, using detergents and germicides required.

  • Refrigerates and labels perishable food.

  • Stores all supplies in an orderly fashion.

  • Sorts all silverware for washing and cleans, polishes stainless steel equipment.

• May perform environmental service duties.

• Performs related duties as required.

•  *ADA Essential Functions

   

   

   

   

   

  Qualifications

  • High School Degree or equivalent,
    required. 

  • Prior institutional experience,
    preferred.

  
  
  Ability to communicate effectively.  Must be able to understand and follow verbal
  instructions.  Must be able to
  communicate in English.