Food Service Assistant

Overview

The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements, which may be inherent in the position.

Under the direct supervision of the Dietary Director, the Food Production Specialist 1 performs a variety of patient and/

or cafeteria food service duties, as well as other related tasks.  The statements herein contained reflect the general duties

of the position as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of work requirements ingerent to the

position.

  FPS 1 assists with tray assembly, transport of food carts, delivery of trays and return to and from the patient care

units.  Responsible for all ware washing for retail and patient services, including but not limited to flatware, china, glass-

ware and kitchen pot/pans.  Responsible for emptying the tray carts in the cafeteria.  Performs needed sanitation tasks

in the department as assigned, trash removal etc.  Responsible for maintaining daily high standards of food and physical

safety, sanitation, and the daily use and care of needed equipment and tools.  Will follow proper labeling, rotation, and

quality control practices.  Will be cross trained on other duties throughout the food service department.

    Will have the ability to work with little or no supervision.  Follows posted work schedules, payroll procedures and

attendance guidelines.  May be required to work flexible hours, days off, and overtime as required by operational work-

loads.  Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor at all times in compliance with current department standards

and policy.  Promotes and practices teamwork and presents a positive role model for fellow team members.  Works

quickly and well under strict time deadlines.  May be asked to assist in other areas as needed and perform other duties

as assigned.

·         Customer Service

·         Communication

·         Computer Data Entry                    

·         Multi-tasking

·         Use of Internet

·         Teamwork

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

                       High School Graduate or Equivalent preferred.

SKILLS:

                       Basic Computer Skills

                       Typing

                       Customer Service

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About Us

Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.

Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.

Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.

Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.