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Occ Summary

Depending on the size of the entity and department structure, Level I Level I Level II and Level II may be combined. Perform routine tasks and manual work under immediate supervision in support of hospital food service operations; operate dish machine; wash pots and perform heavy cleaning duties; transport equipment, food, supplies, and refuse as directed. Perform a variety of tasks in preparation, service and delivery of food products and/or service operations (ie. prepare, mix, assemble, portion, serve and store food as directed; receive inspect, store, secure disburse and control inventory of foodstuffs, supplies and equipment). Also may function as a cashier when directed.

Work Performed

Level I following: Level II *Retrieve, collect, and transport food service supplies, equipment and refuse as directed. * Strip carts/trays, sort, rinse, dishes and silverware, operate and unload dish machine, and store clean items; inspect washed items for cleanliness and breakage. * Clean and maintain dish machine; clean and sanitize assigned areas. *Washes pots, pans and equipment. * Collect, sort and dispose of trash. *Follow all safety procedures for using equipment and chemicals. * In addition to the duties described in Level I, performs the *May set up and serve food to patients and cafeteria customers as specified by menus, ensuring that all food items are properly portioned and handled within established sanitation standards. *May operate and monitor proper functioning of food service equipment; follow all safety procedures for using equipment and chemicals; clean and sanitize equipment after use. *May assist in tray line and/or cafeteria setup, ensuring that quality standards are maintained and safe food handling guidelines are adhered to. *Detect and report improperly prepared food or food that does not meet standards and/or defective/damaged merchandise and status of all supplies in stock. *May assist in the care and maintenance of work areas and alert supervisors to problems as they arise. *May place food and supply orders with approved vendors under direction and guidance of Food Service Manager. *May review stock levels of common foodstuffs and advanced menu items, conduct physical inventories and maintain inventory records; unload incoming supplies and equipment. *May transport food carts to assigned locations. *May prepare and set up food items to be delivered to catering functions as needed *May plan, organize and provide service for routine and more complex catering functions. *May work as needed for specially planned catering events. *May maintain an accurate inventory of all catering equipment. *May be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the catering area. If functioning as a cashier: *Calculate total cost of items on food tray; accept payment in cash or meal tickets. *Ensure validity of meal cards. *Total cash/tickets at end of work period; deposit money and prepare deposit report sheet.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Level I practices. *Ability to lift/push/pull 50 pounds. *Ability to read/write and follow oral and written instructions. Level II - Same as level I plus : *Basic math skills *Basic computer/cashier/calculator skills *Strong customer service skills *Ability to operate food preparation equipment. *Ability to prepare/handle foodstuffs using safe food handling *Ability to maintain inventory

Level Characteristics

Level I Level II Heavycleaning duties Excellent customer service skills Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision Ability to maintain inventory

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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Experience

Level I Level II No previous food service experience required. Work requires six months of food service experience.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

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