Food Service Worker

Performs a variety of duties as assigned in support of the overall mission of the department.

Operates automatic pot and dishwashing machines, and performs routine cleaning operations in kitchen area.

• Loads and operates automatic dishwashing equipment.
• Monitors dishwashing operations to ensure that machine is properly filled with chemicals and that appropriate water temperature is maintained, and maintains dishmachine temperature record.
• Sorts soiled dishes, utensils, and trays in the tray return areas, delivers soiled items to dishroom, and sorts and returns clean dishes, trays, and utensils to proper storage areas.
• Performs routine cleaning tasks in kitchen area such as mopping floors, wiping tables and counters, cleaning equipment, and emptying garbage cans.
• Delivers food and supplies to Patient Care and Child Care areas, and re-stocks Cafeteria supplies and condiments.
• Assists with unloading and storing food and supplies.
• Assists other kitchen personnel in performing routine tasks such as gathering utensils, setting up trays, and cleaning work areas.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.

REQUIRED

• Must be able to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions.