Patient Guest Services (Tray server) PT

Job Details

Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

The community you will be a part of is our culinary patient care within Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

Benefits

What’s in it for you

Part-time Roles Include

• Holiday Premium Pay (when worked
• End-of-Year Profit Sharing Program
• Access to Wellness Initiatives (Behavioral Health Support, Fitness Memberships, Pet Assurance Discounts, Financial Planning)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Growth Opportunities
• Eligibility for 401(k) (based on hours worked within first 3 months)
  
  

Wage range: $15 or DOE

Schedule: 2pm-7pm

Location: 3800 Ridgeway drive, Birmingham, AL 35209

Your Impact

You can contribute to the team's success by delivering meals accurately and on time, tray passers help ensure patients' dietary needs are met, contributing to their overall comfort and satisfaction during recovery.

What You Will Do

• Tray Preparation: Assemble meal trays according to dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
• Delivery: Deliver trays to patient rooms in a timely and courteous manner.
• Accuracy: Verify that all items on the tray match the patient's dietary orders.
• Patient Interaction: Communicate with patients to ensure their needs are met and address any concerns related to their meals.
• Sanitation: Collect and return soiled trays to the kitchen, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained.
• Documentation: Record any special dietary needs or requests from patients.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the dietary and nursing staff to ensure seamless service delivery, prep items needed such as cakes, stock nourishment stations and role silverware.
• Comfort and Satisfaction: By delivering meals accurately and on time, tray passers help ensure patients' dietary needs are met, contributing to their overall comfort and satisfaction during recovery.
• Personal Interaction: Tray passers often engage with patients, providing a friendly face and a moment of human connection, which can be uplifting and reassuring.
• Efficiency: By handling meal delivery, they free up medical staff to focus on more critical patient care tasks
  
  

Why You'll Love It Here

Team Environment: Work with a supportive and energetic team.

Growth Opportunities: Learn and grow in a professional kitchen setting.

Impact: Play a key role in providing high-quality meals to our community.

What We're Looking For

• Enthusiasm for cooking and learning new techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Walk and stand during the entire shift if needed
• Ability to interact and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, team members and guests
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Successful candidates must meet eligibility criteria, including the ability to undergo and successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable State laws and regulations.
• Ability to provide documents for work authorization. We utilize E-Verify, an online system that allows us to confirm the eligibility of our employees to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma/GED
  
  

Physical And Sensory Requirements

Requires mobility to stand and walk extensively during meal preparation and service. Lifting boxes, up to 25 pounds. Pushing/Pulling Food Hot Boxes up to 50 pounds. Bending and stooping for access to carts, food, trays, and other kitchen equipment. Manual dexterity for the use of kitchen utensils and tools. Visual acuity for reading menus, labels, and directions. Hearing ability to respond to verbal communications. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures. Taste and Smell to assess food quality, freshness, and adherence to dietary requirements. Ability to distinguish colors for food presentation.

Our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our communities.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships