ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads patient tray ticket orders and places items on trays
• Coordinates assembly of patient's food trays for delivery
• Places needed items on trays, checking trays for accuracy, placing trays on carts, setting timer and designating a server to take cart
• Performs daily / weekly cleaning tasks
• Replenishes stock with proper rotation
• Takes and records food temperatures
• Takes and records equipment temperatures
• Prepares, assembles, and cooks per station needs
• Functions as a cashier
• Assists with catered and other special events as needed
• Cleans and sanitizes work area, tables, and cabinets
• Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers
• Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations
• Use protective barriers (gloves, apron, and proper hair coverings)
• Must focus on serving quality food with heightened awareness of accuracy

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Food Safety certification completed within 90 days of hire

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good interpersonal / communications skills

Language Skills

Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-to-one to other employees of the organization
Ability to communicate with others in a positive manner

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurements and volume.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Ability to deal with problems

Computer Skills
Basic computer knowledge needed

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work is performed according to detailed and specific instructions.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women