in Mohave County, AZ
Job Description
Description
In keeping with our organization’s tradition, we seek to enhance the quality of life and holistic growth of our residents by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner and by communicating, coordinating and cooperating with others to attain goals. Nutrition Services Workers are responsible for providing food service to residents, guests and employees under sanitary conditions and for providing assistance in all nutrition functions as directed and in accordance with established nutrition policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Spread joy to our residents as you deliver them delightful meals in both the dining room and through room service.
- Be the friendly face taking food orders from various departments.
- Dish out some fun while cleaning dishes for each department, operating dishwashing equipment, and ensuring a tidy kitchen.
- Sparkle and shine by cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, work surfaces, and the kitchen.
- Empty trash containers when needed.
- Assist in maintaining workstations with a safe and sanitary condition.
- Play a key role in the nutrition services team by assisting in receiving, labeling, and storing food and supplies.
- Dance through your cleaning assignments, making each shift shine.
- Work your magic with dietary utensils, supplies, and equipment, following defined work routines.
- Be helpful to the cook for food preparation assistance when needed.
- Assist in completing meal service at scheduled times.
- Assist with resident diet cards, taking orders, preparing food carts and serving meals with skillful technique.
- Be the dining room hero by setting it up efficiently and serving residents with finesse.
- Brush up on your knowledge of Federal, State, and facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with a smile.
- Embrace the spirit of teamwork with enthusiasm in all other assigned tasks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Various kitchen equipment functions
- Food preparation techniques
- Basic measuring techniques
- Infection control practices
- Sanitization techniques
- Infection control practices
Skill in:
- Use and care of equipment, tools and materials used in food preparation activities.
- Basic math (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions)
- Working independently to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
- Following and maintaining safety standards.
- Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
Ability to:
- Be the leader who knows when a situation needs a tag team—don't hesitate to ask for help!
- Ability to show empathy as you interact with residents and their families, always responding with a touch of professionalism.
- Weave a web of effective working relationships with your fellow associates, residents, and their families.
- Clear communication- Read and write clearly.
- Quickly and accurately follow instructions, proving you're ease of comprehension.
- Embrace confidentiality as you work your magic under pressure in our dynamic, ever-changing environment.
- Play by the rules—our facility's policies and procedures are your playbook.
WORK CONTACTS
Regular contacts with associate personnel, residents, resident family members and visitors.
