Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Food and Nutrition, the Utility Worker performs a variety of patient food service and dish duties.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas

• Meets delivery trucks, unpacks boxes and places food components in designated locations.
• Prepares and delivers items as requested by patient care units or patients.
• Maintains trayline in a clean, neat and organized manner.
• Delivers food carts to patient care units. Returns carts to kitchen at designated times.
• Loads and oversees dishwasher.
• Washes specified items by hand, i.e., pots, pans, knives.
• Disposes of trash and garbage in appropriate manner and as needed.
• Puts clean dishes and utensils away.
• Mops floors as scheduled and as necessary.
• Cleans walk-in refrigerators and storage areas.
• Performs special cleaning duties as assigned by the Food and Nutrition Manager.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Observes infection prevention and control practices at all times.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Keeps dining room clean and stocked with napkins and condiments.

Regulatory Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months experience in related job field.
• Appropriate certification from the health department for food handling