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Wheatridge Care Center

Food & Nutrition Specialist

Wheatridge Care Center, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Overview The primary responsibility of this position is to provide assistance in all food functions following current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern long term care and assisted living facilities. You will follow established policies and procedures as directed by the Food and Nutrition Services Manager to assist in food preparation, serve well-balanced meals, and maintain a clean and sanitary dining hall.

Responsibilities

Assist cook in preparing meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with established portion control procedures.

Set up and deliver meal trays, food carts, etc. to designated areas.

Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.

Serve food in dining room as instructed.

Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.

Assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes and utensils.

Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc.

Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures.

Distribute and collect menus as necessary.

Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.

Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment.

Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.

Adhere to dress and jewelry requirements per health code regulations.

Assist/direct daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Attend and participate in facility mandatory in-service training programs as scheduled.

Participate in departmental studies and projects as assigned or as necessary.

Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information including protected health information.

Demonstrate a passion for caring through interactions with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors.

Maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment, keep work areas clean, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of duties.

Perform all other duties as requested.

Skills And Knowledge

Google and Microsoft operating system platforms

Administrative and clerical procedures; customer service

Education And Experience

Must possess a minimum of an 8th grade education

On-the-job training provided

Job Training

How long it usually takes to completely perform this job when the incumbent has the minimum knowledge, skills, ability, work experience and/or education: up to 3 months

Work Environment

Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas with a warm and noisy cooking atmosphere

Moves intermittently during working hours and is subject to frequent interruptions

Interacts with residents, personnel, visitors, and government agencies under various conditions

May work beyond normal hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily if necessary

May be subject to call back during emergency conditions

Attends and participates in continuing educational programs

May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and other hazards

May handle hazardous chemicals

Physical And Sensory Requirements

Must relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset individuals

Must meet health requirements as determined by facility policies

Must possess sight/hearing senses or use functional prosthetics to perform duties

Must be able to taste and smell to determine quality and palatability of food

Must be able to push, pull, move, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds and carry such weight up to 50 feet

May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergencies

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Denver, CO

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