Associate Patient Dining Specialist

Associate Patient Dining Specialist

Lindsborg, KS $28,009 - $35,099 a year

Full Time

As an Associate Patient Dining Specialist, you will play a vital role within the caregiving team by assisting patients with their meal selections, assembling and delivering trays, and ensuring meals meet nutritional and safety standards. Your efforts contribute directly to patient satisfaction and safety by delivering meals accurately and on time, maintaining proper temperature, and adhering to dietary restrictions.

• Guide patients through menu options and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance with nutritional requirements or restrictions.
• Coordinate with caregivers and culinary teams to provide alternatives for patients with allergies, sensitivities, or cultural and religious preferences.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals promptly and accurately according to patient selections.
• Retrieve trays from patient rooms at designated times.
• Follow all regulatory standards including federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect patient rights in accordance with HIPAA policies.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines for food handling, workstation cleaning, and tray line breakdown.
• Support dietitians by monitoring patients with special dietary needs such as liquid diets or calorie restrictions.
• Communicate any patient concerns or issues promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Complete routine cleaning tasks as outlined in food service policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

No formal education or prior experience is required, though previous food service experience is preferred.

• Effective communication skills and basic computer and math abilities.
• Clear verbal communication.
• Knowledge of food service operations is a plus.

• Integrity: Demonstrates honesty and a commitment to doing the right thing.
• Compassion: Shows empathy and excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of tasks and adapts flexibly to changing priorities.
• Respect: Collaborates effectively with diverse populations and maintains a positive service orientation.
• Excellence: Communicates clearly, leads by example, and supports process improvements.

This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care experiences in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest.