Job Summary:

Responsible for washing dishes by hand or using the dishwashing machine. Assists with cleaning pots and pans, removing trash to designated areas, sweeps and mops kitchen floors, and cleans work surfaces.

Job Standards:

Follow/adhere to the Code of Conduct

Follow/adhere to organization, federal/state regulations and guidelines, including Resident Rights

Maintain neatness, cleanliness, good personal hygiene, and a well-groomed appearance, adhering to dress code of the department

Perform duties of job without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others

Maintain sound mental and physical health and strength

Must be free of communicable diseases

Demonstrate the Core Values of Messiah Lifeways 

Assumes accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned duties and within his or her span of control

Will assume responsibility to ensure secure handling of information, and will adhere to HIPAA Privacy and Security standards

Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts of your organization and attend training to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work

Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned

Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization

 

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Washes dishes by hand or places them in a dishwashing machine.

Washes work tables, walls, refrigerators and meat blocks.

Sweeps, mops, cleans and vacuums floors.

Removes trash and garbage to designated areas.

Transfers supplies and equipment within and between storage and work areas such as pantry and dish room.

Cleans equipment using specific chemicals to ensure sanitary standards.

Polishes silver.

May wash pots and pans.

Follows daily/weekly cleaning assignments to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen.

Attends meetings in conjunction with job responsibilities.

Is sympathetic to residents and their needs.

Assists other care team members as needed and qualified.

Maintains a positive, friendly and compassionate attitude while in the presence of residents, family members and other Messiah Lifeways staff.

Utilizes safety devices and follows safety precautions. Inspects all pieces of equipment prior to use for structural integrity and communicates any concerns to the manager.

Correctly uses a variety of kitchen equipment for preparation, portioning, delivery and clean-up duties.

Follows emergency procedures and responds rapidly and appropriately to emergencies ensuring the safety of the residents and staff.

Follows proper procedures and promotes safe work practices in order to maintain a safe working environment.

Works cooperatively and productively with others, including residents, families, and other employees; willingness to work under direction and supervision.

Confidentiality regarding resident information must be maintained in strict confidence, as well as other information pertaining to the business of Messiah Lifeways.

Additional duties and tasks as assigned by the manager.

It is the responsibility of all Messiah Lifeways employees to be mindful of safety when performing duties. This is to include performing tasks in a safe manner, as well as being mindful of potential safety issues when traveling throughout the campus. If any unsafe conditions are discovered, this shall be reported to the Office of Safety and Security immediately, and actions shall be taken to reduce the possibility of injury until a permanent solution can be applied.

Communicates any inability to perform a task, as assigned, to the manager.

Actively participates in orientation and training of new team members