OverviewIn 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.ResponsibilitiesJOB SUMMARYThis job is responsible for participating and supporting all aspects of healthcare food service operations. Works with facility staff to provide optimal nutritional care and demonstrates excellent customer service to patients guests and staff.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Follows healthcare food service industry standards regulations guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking holding and storage processes; avoids cross contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements; maintains proper labeling of food products and ensures storage of food equipment and machinery per regulations and facility guidelines.
Prepares and serves good within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements using required kitchen utensils and equipment; maintains knowledge of recipe ingredients to respond to food allergy questions or requests.
Follows organizational standards and guidelines for a high quality patient and customer experience; ensures proper meal portioning and an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
May be responsible for one or more of the following: Cashiering Serving in the retail area Assembling delivering and retrieving patient trays Performing cold food prep Performing utility assignments (e.g. dish washing washing pots & pans maintaining equipment) Performing catering functions and or delivering/picking up catered food Supporting inventory maintenance duties Supports / performs all department tasks as needed including general cleaning of equipment and work areas (e.g. cleaning the tray line equipment coolers office area and emptying trash cans etc.)
Performs related duties as required.
QualificationsEducation/Work Experience RequirementsHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.Licensure/Certification
Current (within the past 12 months) Food Service Handler Certifications. If not currently certified certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Washington State Food Worker Card.
Pay Range$20.67 - $27.77 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.