Dietary Aide - Whitefish - PRN

Job Description Summary: Responsible for providing assistance in food production, tray preparation and service, cafeteria operations and department housekeeping as assigned under the Food Service Director, Food Service Coordinator, Dietitian, Lead Cook and Cooks. Position Responsibilities To prepare, assemble and deliver salads, desserts, beverages, nourishments, dietary supplements and menu items served by the Dietary Department. Prepares and dishes cold food items using portion control and appropriateness for diet orders for patients, residents and patrons. (EF) Serves accurately on tray-line adding cold food, condiments, silverware, napkins, etc. accordingly to diet orders and patient requests. (EF) To handle delivery and retrieval of meals and supplies for patients, patrons, and catering functions. (EF) Clean and sanitize dirty dishes, pots and pans from all hospital, cafeteria and catering functions. Disassemble returned patient meal trays using protective gloves and aprons. (EF) Clean and sanitize all returned china, flatware, glasses, trays, etc. using the dish machine following the appropriate procedures. (EF) Wash hands and wear apron to put away all clean dishes and utensils. (EF) Record dish machine rinse cycle temperature each shift. (EF) Clean and sanitize pots and pans in triple sink following appropriate sanitizing procedures. Log PH levels. (EF) To provide service and cleanliness to the cafeteria patrons. To work in cafeteria, handling cash and receipts according to policies and procedures. To serve food items from patient tray-line for cafeteria patrons. (EF) To maintain a well-supplied and clean environment in the cafeteria and after cafeteria hours and on weekends. (EF) Provide service to Cuisine On-Call patrons after café hours and on weekends. (EF) Communicates with Supervisor Dietitian/Food Service Supervisor and other departments as well as diet aides. Maintain contact with Supervisor Dietitian and Food Service Supervisor concerning menus, food/supplies, equipment, policies/procedure, regulations problems and needs. (EF) Courteous and responsive to other departments in regards to patients and patrons’ needs for food services. (EF) Performs cleaning duties within the department. Cleans immediate kitchen work area and keeps it clutter free and dust free. (MF) Cleans kitchen equipment whenever it is used and stores in proper place after using. (MF) Keeps accurate records on cleaning schedule appropriately for cleaning completed and submits records to Lead Cook. (MF) Other duties as assigned. Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct: LHW is dedicated to the highest ethical standards as it is essential to meeting our commitment to our mission and vision. Individual responsibilities include adhering to our organizational Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct. Maintains awareness and understands the organization-wide compliance plan. Familiar with and adheres to LHW’s published Code of Conduct which provides guidance and expectations regarding confidentiality, conflict of interest, billing, controlled substances, Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), payment for referrals, gifts, anti-kickback laws, safety and health, waste disposal, and compliance with antitrust laws, advertising and marketing, discrimination, insider trading and government requests. (EF) Reports any violation or suspected violation of this Code or other hospital policies or procedures to supervisor, Compliance Officer or through the compliance hotline. (EF) Attends and/or completes mandatory training regarding organizational compliance. (EF) Education and Experience Requirements Requires: Food preparation and food safety experience. Verbal and written communication skills; and customer service skills. Desired: High school diploma/GED; six months food service training and/or experience; and ServSafe Certification. Shift: Variable (United States of America) Schedule Details: Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs. Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed. Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes: Criminal background check Reference checks Drug Screening Health and Immunizations Screening Physical Demand Review/Screening Equal Opportunity Employer Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources. The Planetree Culture at Logan Health – Whitefish Thank you for your interest in Logan Health – Whitefish where we believe everyone who works at our hospital and clinics is a caregiver. At Logan Health – Whitefish our employees are motivated by our open and supportive culture of caring for the patient and each other. Logan Health – Whitefish was the first hospital in Montana to be affiliated with Planetree International, a non-profit organization setting the global standard for person-centered care. As a Planetree affiliate, we embrace this evidence-based approach partnering with the patient and their family to provide the highest quality patient experience. Logan Health – Whitefish is often recognized as one of the top critical access hospitals in the country and received a 5-star overall rating, the highest designation available for hospitals from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in 2023. We take pride in providing our quality level of service and continuously work to go above and beyond our stellar reputation. Our people are everything. The amazing providers, employees, and volunteers at Logan Health gift this organization with their innovation, knowledge, and compassion. Together, we're connecting our community to trusted, quality care and helping to improve lives every day. Do you dream of living and working in a beautiful area surrounded by stunning scenery and endless recreation? Are you ready to evolve your career while working alongside passionate, talented, brilliant people? Join our remarkable team and create positive patient experiences every day!