Dietary Aide/Cook

This is a Full Time position working in the Nutrition/Food Service area

Summary

Position in Food Service at community hospital; prepare food and sets up patient tray service for based on menus. Assemble patient trays according to diet; deliver food to patients. Clean dishware and work areas. Responsible for standard food service work in serving responsibilities sanitation duties, Prepares and portions food for patient tray service.  Set up snacks, nourishments and floor stocks.  Has knowledge of proper food handling procedures and government regulations regarding the food code. High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.

Equipment used in position include but not limited to Ovens, stovetop, mechanical dish machine, food cutting utensils, blender, coffee machine, refrigeration units. 

Food Safety and Sanitary guidelines set forth by Pima County and Medicare are required in daily job performance.   Food Handlers permit required, can be obtained during onboarding to position. 

Position includes daily interaction with patients for menu selection and meal delivery. 

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is an 18-bed neighborhood hospital offering medical/surgical inpatient beds, two operating rooms and a 14-bed emergency room. Our focus is on providing safe, patient-centered care to our community and each employee is valued for their contribution, whether caring for patients or supporting the operations of the hospital. We're proud to be creating a fun, collaborative culture that encourages our team to do their best work. Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.