To provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed and instructed in accordance with establish federal, state and local dietary regulations, policies and procedures. Your direct supervisor is the Dining Services Manager of Ocean View.

I. Education & Qualifications:

1. You must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions.

2. Must speak and understand English.

3. Must be at least 18 years of age.

4. Positive attitude toward the elderly.

5. Previous experience is preferred but not mandatory.

II. Physical & Sensory Requirements:

1. Must be able to stand on your feet for up to four hours at a time.

2. Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs using proper body mechanics.

3. Must be able to manually operate kitchen-cleaning equipment including dish machine.

4. Must be able to walk, reach, bend, lift, stoop and carry moderately heavy-to-heavy items.

5. Must be free from communicable diseases that may be transmitted via food.

6. Ability to distinguish smells, taste and temperatures.

7. Ability to remain calm under stress.

8. Ability to communicate professionally with residents, staff and visitors.

III. Duties and Responsibilities:

1. During and after breakfast and lunch services collect pots and pans and wash and sanitize according to procedure.

2. Clean and properly maintain dish machine, dish room and all areas of the kitchen.

3. Report any malfunction of equipment immediately to supervisor.

4. Handle and store all utensils in such a way to assure cleanliness and prevent breakage.

5. Collect and remove from the kitchen all trash and garbage as often as needed to keep kitchen free of clutter.

6. Wash garbage cans daily to keep free of odor and maintain cleanliness.

7. Sweep and mop floors in kitchen, storerooms and hallways daily and as needed.

8. Assist with ware washing duties to maintain schedules.

9. Carry out basic cleaning tasks as fast and safe as possible.

10. Ensure food deliveries are properly stored according to procedures

11. Keep work surfaces, walls, floors, equipment clean and sanitized.

12. Perform all other duties as asked by supervisor.

VI. Other Job Functions:

1. Maintain resident confidentiality: Treat all residents with kindness, dignity and respect.

2. Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents to the Dining Services Manager in a timely manner.

Maintain habits of good personal hygiene and follow employee dress code.