Aide, Dietary

Overview

Under general supervision, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of routine duties related to the preparation and serving of food, and cleaning kitchen area and cooking utensils.  Performs other related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans The Kitchen Area And Cooking Utensils
• Operates Dishwasher To Ensure All Dishes And Utensils Are Clean
• Carries Dishes And Foods Between Kitchen And Serving Lines
• Washes And Cuts Vegetables And Fruits According To Procedures
• Prepares Coffee And Urns For Food Service, Also Prepares, Loads, Transports, And Cleans Food Carts
• Serves On Tray Assembly Line In Assigned Position
• Maintains Department Equipment And Supplies
• Maintains Department Records, Reports, And Files, As Required
• Manager has verified receipt of clearance by New York State Department of Health/CHRC from Human Resources Department.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year experience in a medical environment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to hear, talk, walk, stand, bend and stretch
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents
• Ability to sit for long periods of time at desk to perform job functions
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and/or co-workers
• May be exposed to mechanical/electrical/radiant/explosive/burn and chemical hazards
• May be required to operate and clean equipment
• May be required to work both indoor/outdoor under extreme temperatures
• May be required to handle reasonably heavy weights across distances
• May be required to operate heavy vehicles
• Must be trained in and knowledgeable of all Kingsbrook/Rutland policies and procedures pertaining to hazardous waste and hazardous materials and maintain qualifications applicable to assigned work
• Other: Knowledge of all codes and demonstrate understanding

• Position requires prolonged periods of standing, walking, and use/viewing of a computer screen throughout the day.
• Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.

KJMC is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $32,400 - $41,000