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Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob Summary: Assists in the preparation and service of food and performs a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain assigned areas of the kitchen and dining rooms in a sanitary, orderly and attractive condition.Hours of Work: As scheduled; may include weekdays, holidays and evenings. Per union contract, every other weekend is required. Schedule may vary from pay period to pay period.Starting Wage: $19 - $22/hour, depending on experienceBenefits:BCBS MN Health Insurance- competitive premium rates! Company Paid Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance Policies Accident, Cancer, Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance MetLife Dental and Vision 401k Benefits. Available immediately upon hire. Employee eligible to receive up to a 5% match after one year of employment. (Must be 21 Years Old) Accrued Paid Time OffRotating Holiday Schedule Union Position RequirementsPUBLIC RELATIONS:Participates in preparation of food for outside events to promote the facility (such as Chili Cook Off and other fund raisers) and activities that will invite the community to visit (such as Holiday Dinners)Ensures snacks, coffee or appetizers are available for guest/visitors as requested by the Dietary Manager, Administrator, etc.Understands that she/he represents Eldercare of Bemidji in every exchange and strives to do so in a positive manner.Understands that excellent customer service is the highest form of public relations and her/his role in providing the highest level of customer service.RESIDENTS:Assure that the nutritionally related needs of the residents are met/maintained on an individual basis (i.e. dietary orders are being followed, resident likes and dislikes are honored)Proactively encourages and supports residents' rights.Understands and complies with the responsibilities of a mandated reported for vulnerable adults.Understands and observes the need for strict resident confidentiality.Offers resolution of or a visit from the appropriate individual who may offer resolution of any dislikes or concerns and communicates these actions to supervisor.OPERATIONS:Assists in food preparation and serving tasks, assembling and portioning foods as assigned.May set up and clear dining room tables.May transport food/dish carts to and from the campus main kitchen.Performs a variety of cleaning tasks including but not limited to washing dishes, kettles and pans; sweeping and washing floors; and cleaning of ranges and other food preparation equipment and food preparation areas.Executes all duties in a conscientious manner being aware of safety hazards associated with the position's work role.Attends and participates in the in-service training programs.Wears name tag and hair net at all times.Reports any problems with equipment, supplies, and chemicals used for cleaning to the Dietary Manger.BUDGET:Participates in control of costs through proper use of equipment, appropriate use of supplies and effective, efficient organization of duties.Understands the correlation between census and income and that expenses must be reduced in times of low census including adjustment of staff hours.BUILDING:Reports safety and environmental hazards.Responds appropriately to all emergency drills as, actual emergency codes, and emergency preparedness response.Maintains a clean and orderly environmentResponsible for helping to maintain the facility in a safe and clean manner by picking up debris on the floors and wiping up spills.Aware of role in disaster plans for the facility and participates in these plans and procedures during drills and actual events.Responsible for reporting the need for repairs using the Maintenance Order form.EMPLOYEES:Maintain open communication with all departments to promote the best quality of care for residents/family.Reports to work on time, properly groomed according to departmental/facility dress codeFollows established ergonomics policies and procedures governing lifting techniques, repetitive tasks, and the use of safety equipment and supplies to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.Maintains open communication with fellow employees demonstrating respect, courtesy, and a warm environment.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeRequirements•Able to follow written and oral instructions and knowledge of, or ability to learn, dietary procedures. •Good physical and mental health and capable of functions up to the prescribed limits of the position's physical job demands form. •Able to work in a geriatric setting being tactful, pleasant and friendly to residents, staff and guests.•Ability to work independently, and be team oriented.Salary Description $19 - $22/hour, depending on experience