Catering Aide

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Job Summary

Food Service Worker I works within the borders of Food & Nutrition Services. Duties may include responsibilities related to cooking, cleaning, food preparation, food delivery, and interacting with patients and their family. Defined assignments vary depending on the area of assignment.

Reports to Supervisor, Food & Nutrition Services

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to :

• Assist in planning and preparing menu options, including hot and cold entrees, for patients, cafeteria, and catering
• Set up and maintain serving line in a timely manner, ensuring proper stock of menu options, service ware, and temperatures are within acceptable ranges
• Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment including but not limited to dishwasher, conventional stove, cooler, ice maker, etc.., in a clean, efficient and safe manner
• Maintain cafeteria sitting rooms and beverage areas to ensure neatness and sanitization
• Ensures proper logging, charting, production sheets, and other documentation is adhered to for food safety and sanitation requirements
• Maintains and adheres to all sanitation standards
• All other duties assigned within Food & Nutrition Services

Education and Experience

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Skills and Abilities

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Internal : Requires close interaction with various departments within UMC

External : Requires interaction with vendors, outside suppliers, and patients to facilitate the growth of digital health.

Physical Capabilities

Occasionally exerts a small amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects. Should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Work involves walking and / or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Environmental / Working Conditions

This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures and minimal exposure to cleaning chemicals

Direct Reports

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.