The Cook / Nutrition Services Aide assists in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients as well as preparing meals for employees, visitors and special functions.

The Cook / Nutrition Services Aide assists in maintaining inventory, serviceware and sanitary conditions within the department.

Job Code : 100081

Qualifications

License or Certification : - Food handlers permit (if required by state or county regulations) Total Education, Vocational Training and Experience : - Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets, recent institutional cooking experience and special function cooking experience desirable.

Knowledge of food safety guidelines preferred Machines, Equipment Used : - General office equipment, mixer, ovens, steamer, microwave, toaster, blender, steam tables, fryer, food processor, scales, dish washer Physical Requirements : - Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.

• Ability to lift, push, pull and retrieve approximately 100% of the time. - Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to safely push / pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds on wheels, with assistance, if necessary. The push / pull weight will be based on a loaded maximum weight of 300 pounds per cart.
• Ability to demonstrate safe retrieval skills from above the head to floor level with objects up to 50 pounds. - Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking.
• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch are required for patient care functions and in setting up and monitoring equipment.

Compliance : - Adheres to the company's Standards of Business Conduct.- Maintains current licensure and / or certifications, if applicable.

Skills and Abilities : - Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.- Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.

Ability to work independently without supervision. Environmental Conditions : - Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment.

Occasional outdoor exposure.- Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.- Handicapped accessible.

Wet surfaces and sharp objects and high noise levels possible- Hot and cold temperatures extremes- May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards : - Meets established attendance standards.- Adheres to hospital / department dress code including wearing ID badge.

• May be required to work weekdays and / or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines. - May be required to work on religious and / or legal holidays on scheduled days / shifts.
• Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.- May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
7 hours ago