This position performs various duties associated with the production and service of patient meals.

A dishwasher partner performs various duties such as:

• Properly transport and store dishes, flatware, utensils, pots/pans, etc.
• Clean and sanitize the dish machine and dish room
• Scrape, stack, wash, & sanitize dishes, flatware, utensils, pots/pans, etc
• Wrap flatware if needed
• Bus tables in dining room and clean/sanitize tabletops
• Assist in receiving and storing food/ supplies to prevent waste and assure quality products
• And other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a sincere interest in foodservice and enjoy working with geriatric and other healthcare patients.
• Must have, or be willing to learn, food preparation, and simple cooking skills.
• Must have knowledge of, or be willing to learn, therapeutic and modified diet information to use in preparing and serving patient trays.
• Must have knowledge of, or be willing to learn, correct sanitation procedures and use these on a daily basis.
• Must be willing to perform repetitive tasks daily.
• Must possess and use excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must be able to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Must be able to speak and understand English. May be required to have reading skills.
• Must be able to read and/or understand labels on chemicals and MSDS sheets and be able to use these products safely and correctly.
• Must be in good mental and physical condition.
• Must work cooperatively and productively with all partners in FNS and in all departments following established policies of the center.
• Must be willing to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, must be at work on time and during scheduled shift.
• May be required to have or obtain a Food Handlers Certificate or Sanitation Course, as required by state regulations.
• Must be able to work under supervision.

NHC offers a competitive compensation package for  full time employment including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, uniforms, paid time off, 401 (k) with generous company match, stock options, and more.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve. 

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/nhc-place-cool-springs/

We look forward to talking with you!!

EOE