What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Mercy Hospital?
Explore a career with Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital and member of Catholic Health that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award.
Responsibilities:
- Delivers and collects food trays
- Properly sets up tray line stations as assigned
- Follows diet extensions / portion control
- Follows sanitation policies for handling, storing food in such a manner to minimize any cross contamination
- Cleans the kitchen; sorts/stores utensils and supplies
- Prepares salads, sandwiches, desserts, stocks floor refrigerators as assigned
- Properly sets up beverage carts and other special events as assigned
- Satisfactorily works at dish room station; records dishwasher temperatures
- Ensures that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks and at the end of the work day
- Cleans / sanitizes all equipment according to policy
- Able to complete assignments within allotted time and able to adjust to changes and re-assignments.
- Follows all established safety procedures and precautions when handling supplies and equipment
- Follows established policies and procedures for use of personal protective equipment
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent or work relevant work experience
- Prior food service experience helpful
- Knowledge of cleaning and production equipment helpful
- Ability to read and write English required
At Catholic Health your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits; our offerings go beyond the basics. In addition to multiple medical plans, life insurance, generous paid time off and flexible spending accounts, we also offer substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future.
MERCY HOSPITAL
A Member of the Catholic Health
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
