What are the responsibilities and job description for the FOOD SERVICE AIDE NB - AHMC Seton Medical Center position at AHMC Healthcare?
Overview
Under the direction of the Food Service Director, Manager and Supervisors, the Food Service Aide performs the various duties and functions in the therapeutic kitchen, cafeteria and in cash register operations as well as other related duties. May include driving catering truck to and from Seton and Seton Coastside.
Responsibilities
- Adheres to department punctuality and attendance guidelines. Consistently clocks in and out at start and end of shift and for lunch break.
- Put on a hairnet when entering the kitchen.
- Follows all safe and sanitary practices for food handling, preparation and storage.
- Operates cash register according to standard procedures.
- Knows location of supplies for food served on the line.
- Addresses employees, patients, visitors and customers in a pleasant and courteous manner, offering assistance or giving directions and information as needed.
- Maintains workstation in a clean, neat, safe, and orderly manner. Sweep floors, mop spills, clean tables.
- Sets up catering as requested by foodservice manager/supervisor.
- Assists in setting up, serving and cleaning up catering as assigned.
- Knows proper response to Hospital Codes and where to report to in a case of emergency.
- Knows portion sizes and prices.
- Serves customers when needed.
- Assembles prepared food on trays for general and therapeutic diets.
- Assists in preparing and delivering late trays, nourishments, tube-feedings and restocking supplies at work stations, nursing units, and department.
- May have to communicate with patients, nurses, visitors and other employees while performing services.
- Follows department policies and hospital policies.
- Reports accidents, injuries and potential hazards to manager/supervisor.
- Observes all hospital and departmental safety policies. Use recommended protective equipment for each task performance and be able to access the MSDS.
- Performs other duties as asked by supervisor.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent. Experience (Minimum 6 months of food service experience)
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE:
- Must have basic knowledge of math; know the value of money; able to calculate in ounces, grams and pounds.
- Can demonstrate knowledge and competence in the handling of money and making change.
- Exhibits self-confidence and assuredness, especially when dealing with difficult situations with customers and patients.
- Must comply with departmental standards of appearance and dress code; wearing hair coverings, uniform, and name badge.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English, especially for menus, labels, job descriptions, schedules, manuals and instructions.
- Must be capable of following a series of verbal and written task.
Hospital Description
AHMC Seton Medical Center has been serving the health care needs of San Francisco and northern San Mateo County since its founding as Mary’s Help Hospital in 1893.
Today, AHMC Seton Medical Center and AHMC Seton Coastside continue the tradition of patient-centric, quality health care to our entire community. Recognized for its stroke treatment, cardio-vascular excellence, including STEMI certification, Seton offers a comprehensive range of medical specialties on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, as well as emergency and urgent care services. AHMC Seton Coastside operates the only 24-hour, stand-by emergency department on the Pacific Coast between Daly City and Santa Cruz. AHMC Seton Medical Center has been serving the health care needs of San Francisco and northern San Mateo County since its founding as Mary’s Help Hospital in 1893.
Seton has a long tradition and a deep commitment to providing quality care to the communities we serve.
