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Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals
Food Service Associate - PRN, Evening (3P-7P) - Magee
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Fast Food or Counter Worker assists with preparing and serving food. Works as part of food service team in a hospital or other institution. or takes orders and serves food at a fast food restaurant.
$30,046 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Details PRN - Shift Needed currently - Evening 3P-7P Every other weekend & Holiday Required! Department is open from 6A-7P Reporting to the Supervisor of Food Service and with guidance and input from the Lead Food Service Associate, the Food Service Associate is responsible for patient meal and food service to ensure the patient satisfaction. Patients may range from infancy through late adulthood. Job Description Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson Sets up and stocks assigned station prior to the start of service and for next meal to facilitate meal service and ensure efficiency. May retrieve patient meal trays to ensure sanitary, safe and timely patient meal service. (15%) Maintains appropriate floor stock according par levels and records usage accordingly Handles food according to proper sanitary and safety guidelines. Follows food service handling methods according to policies and procedures. Ensures all food is prepared using recipes in order to provide consistent, safe, nutritionally appropriate, tasty meals that are cost and budget compliant. Complies with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines. May prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas. Serves prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels. Stores leftovers appropriately and utilized same in subsequent day/menu in order to ensure that they are served within timeframe. May package, label, and date hot food items for patient service and cafeteria operations according to established cook and chill guidelines. Properly vacuum packs all food products, as required. May be utilized in multiple areas of need, therefore may be cross-trained to conduct many different duties such as, but not limited to tray line, storeroom, and food preparation areas. May work in dish room or pot area to support proper cleaning and sanitizing of equipment in accordance with department standards Maintains proper care and safe storage of food, equipment, and surrounding area. Completes daily and special cleaning assignments to provide a sanitary and safe environment. Performs other duties as assigned.