Dietary Host

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REQ-Assists patients with menu selections based on identified dietary needs, available meal choices, and a prescribed nutrition program/system. Prepares and serves food at an assigned location, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.##
** MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:*** ## Assists patients with making appropriate menu selections based on their identified dietary needs by utilizing the available meal choices and prescribed nutrition program.* ## Interacts with patients, families, and hospital staff in a friendly, welcoming, and professional manner.* ## As applicable, makes recommendations to patients and families based off of basic dietary restrictions and needs.
* ## Abides by all regulatory standards (i.e. CMS, Joint Commission) and follows standards precautions.* ## As appropriate, follows and complies with isolation guidelines.* ## Report any observed changes in patient/youth physical or mental condition to appropriate unit personnel.* ## Answers basic dietary and nutrition questions in relation to the available menu selections/options.* ## Retrieves and documents patient food orders, prepares trays for service, delivers meal trays and other food related requests.

Ensuring patient orders are accurate and complete.* ## Retrieves patient trays post meal in a timely fashion.* ## Prepares and serves food, cleans, and sanitizes kitchen and equipment, and ensures proper food storage in assigned location.* ## Sets up trays prior to meal service, ensuring quality and timeliness.* ## Prepares food sections as needed.* ## Maintains proper Joint Commission and HACCP food safety policies and sanitization procedures for service and for clean-up, including washing of dishes and equipment.
* ## Sanitizes and cleans kitchen and service area and dining room tables per daily, weekly, and monthly guidelines.* ## Ensures food is properly stored and handled and takes and records food temperatures as required.## ##
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:*** ## Knowledge of Federal Sanitation regulations concerning facilities, equipment, and utensils.* ## Knowledge of operation and maintenance of dish machine, ovens, steamers, slicers, freezers, and refrigeration.* ## Basic knowledge of nutrition and ability to learn about specialized menu requirements.* ## Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner.* ## Ability to multi-task while maintaining quality standards.
* ## Strong verbal communication skills for positive interactions with patients.* ## Knowledge of computer systems for order entry and retrieving product information.* ## Knowledge of infection control and appropriate use of PPE.## ##
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* REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

*** ## Ability to read, write, and utilize a designated Nutrition Program system, under the direction of certified Registered Dietitian(s) required.* ## Serv Safe Food Handlers certification within 120 days of transfer or hire required.## ##
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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

*** ## High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.* ## Previous work experience in food services is preferred.* ## Other Duties:
This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.* ## Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.##

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** PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:*** ## Requires moderate physical activity handling of average weight objects up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally; standing and/or walking continuously. Subject to inside environmental conditions, with exposure to extreme cold from walk-in coolers and freezers, and extreme heat working with stoves, ovens, and steam tables. Exposure to odors, cleaning solutions, and kitchen equipment.
* Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
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