Yale-New Haven Health New Haven , CT 06501
Posted 4 days ago
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Performs a variety of tasks within the production area of Food and Nutrition to prepare high quality bulk cold food items (e.g. cold production salads, vegetables, fruits, and other cold food items) for service to patients, staff, and visitors. Provides quality, efficient and expedient catering and delivery service for every catering event with excellent customer service.
As assigned, provides on-the-job training for new employees, and assists in training sessions for department staff. All tasks are performed according to departmental procedures and specific task assignments, however the Food Production Associate functions with less direct supervision and is expected to independently utilized knowledge of kitchen procedures and/or take appropriate action to resolve issues as they arise to ensure customer needs are met. (Up to 20 points within the Responsibilities Section may be reallocated based upon the actual task assignments performed by an employee during the review period.) Demonstrates and role models outstanding customer service and the Key Behaviors outlined in the Hospital's Core Success Factors in all interactions.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
Qualifications
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED preferred. An understanding of basic dietary principles is preferred. Successful completion of hospital's Safe Food Handler course.
EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum of one year food preparation experience, 6 months must be within a hospital food service environment.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Must have a demonstrated ability to read, write and understand English; legible handwriting. Ability to understand and follow instructions, and basic measurements to measure, mix, and/or prepare ingredients.
Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment for bulk cold food preparation. Ability to demonstrate safe food handling practices and to follow safety procedures for equipment and chemicals. Must have outstanding interpersonal/customer relations skills.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Moderate physical activity, requires ability to stand and walk more than 4 hours per day, with ability to lift, push and pull carts, pallets and food supplies (occasionally up to 50 pounds, frequently up to 30 pounds and/or continuously up to 10 pounds). Work environment involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises which require following basic safety precautions; and, working with cleaning chemicals requiring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE's) provided.
YNHHS Requisition ID
124054
Yale-New Haven Health