Food Service Worker

Description

Come be a part of the GCH team! GCH is not only named one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation, but was recently named one of the TOP 20. We pride ourselves on our excellent patient care and exceptional staff, and we are looking to add to our team! 

GCH is dedicated to providing our employees not just a job, but a career where they can grow and have their voices heard. GCH offers an extensive benefits discount including:

• Professional Development Packages (shared governance committees, tuition reimbursement, & education/licensure assistance)
• Competitive compensation
• For benefit eligible positions - generous PTO, full benefits package, IPERS, and employee discounts for GCH & Clinic services
• Work/Life Balance Perks (free fitness center membership, discounted personal training, discounted meals, & EAP)

JOB SUMMARY: Carry out meal plans, and cleaning plans as delegated by the Food and Nutrition Manager and/or Supervisor. Use menus, recipes, work schedules and cleaning schedules as guidelines to meet the daily nutritional care of patients, Congregate Meal clients, and other meal programs within the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare, cook, and serve food for patients, employees, guests and Congregate Meal clients according to menu plans and state and federal food code requirements.
• Organize cooking and cleaning schedules to serve meals at specified times and to ensure orderly workflow.
• Utilize a variety of kitchen equipment, and diet lists to determine type and amount of food to prepare.
• Confer with the Food and Nutrition Manager regarding any menu changes and/or for substitutions of food items on the menu.
• Record the daily documentation.
• Maintain the general cleanup of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Confer with the Food and Nutrition Manager regarding any changes and/or improvements in the operation/work of the department.
• Complete all required trainings within the appropriate timeframe.
• Communicate effectively with other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One year healthcare food service experience preferred