Food Service Aide
Company: Sun Terrace Communities
Location: Sun City Center
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Position OverviewAssists with food preparation and dining
services in conjunction with the Dietary Manager and Cook and in
accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.Basic
QualificationsEducation & Certification:High school diploma or
equivalentSkills & Requirements:Must possess the ability to read,
write and speak the English language, must be patient, friendly,
courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including
difficult ones; must be able to make independent decisions when
necessary; must have the ability to follow dietary service
guidelines as outlined by the facility; must be able to move
frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 20 lbs
floor to waist; lift 10 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 20
lbs; and push/pull 20 lbs.Experience:Minimum of six months
experience in dining services is preferred.Working
ConditionsPrimarily works within the dietary department and
throughout facility; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves
frequently throughout the shift; exposed to cold and heat of the
kitchen environment; exposed to freezing temperatures when entering
the cooler; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset
residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts with
possible weekends, holidays and other hours based on resident
needs; primary responsibility is service to the residents but also
deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.; participates in
required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls,
burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including
AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.Competencies of
PositionProfessionalism: Reports to work on time and as scheduled;
works in unison with all staff; displays a willingness to help
others; embraces constructive criticism; presents a friendly and
professional attitude.Resident Rights: Promptly reports resident
grievances to supervisors; treats all resident care information
with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to
ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at
all times.Safety Awareness: Follows safety program guidelines;
immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors;
identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to
supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently
as possible; consistently follows infection control and universal
precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or
reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility
emergency and evacuation protocols; operates kitchen equipment with
care and safety; maintains clean and safe work areas; properly
disposes of food and waste; follows company guidelines for safety
and sanitation.Customer Service: Treats all residents, families,
co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes
initiative to exceed customer expectations; professionally
represents the facility, self and position to visitors and
residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help
to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs
through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the
position held.Essential Job DutiesProvides and collects menu cards
in accordance with facility guidelines and timeframes.Prepares meal
trays, food carts and dining room based on planned menus and
dietary orders.Delivers food carts, meal trays, etc., to specified
resident areas and serves residents in dining room area.Prepares
and delivers scheduled snacks to residents.Collects food trays,
clears dining room tables, etc., and places in dishwashing
area.Follows facility guidelines for food alternates or
substitutions.Assists with meal preparation, special events, etc.
as needed and under the direction of the cook.Washes dishes and
utensils to ensure supplies are readily available for next
scheduled meal.Other Job DutiesMaintains food storage areas in a
neat and orderly fashion.Rotates stock in refrigerator to ensure
dates are not expired.Cleans coffee pots, urns, toasters, carts,
trays, etc.Replenishes condiment containers at the completion of
each meal.Cleans shelving and other storage areas.Assists in the
maintenance of dietary equipment, working space, etc., to ensure
compliance with all safety and sanitary guidelines.Assists with
daily cleaning duties within the dietary department, including
coolers, refrigerators, work stations, etc., in addition to
sweeping and mopping.We are an equal opportunity employer and
prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,
protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
or local laws.
Keywords: Sun Terrace Communities, Palmetto , Food Service Aide, Hospitality & Tourism , Sun City Center, Florida
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