Culinary Service Team Member

1 week ago


Topeka, Kansas, United States SSM Health Full time

A fulfilling opportunity awaits in the culinary services sector.

Position Overview:

The Culinary Service Team Member is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the preparation, serving, and distribution of meals within the dining facility and to patient care areas. This role emphasizes adherence to safe food handling practices and sanitation protocols. Responsibilities may include food preparation, serving, distribution, stocking, and cleanup tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organizes food stations with entrees, soups, salads, breads, condiments, and other food items, ensuring proper portioning. Replenishes supplies as necessary during service and disassembles stations at the conclusion of meal periods.
  • Interprets patient meal requests based on dietary guidelines, assembles trays according to menu specifications, and verifies tray completeness before transport.
  • Safely transports food carts and late meal trays to designated locations, adhering to food safety and infection control standards. Prepares and delivers dietary supplies to patient care areas.
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment by following established protocols. Ensures all equipment is functioning properly and is well-maintained.
  • Monitors and documents the temperature of food items and refrigeration units, making necessary adjustments and reporting any discrepancies.
  • Efficiently collects used trays from the dining area and patient units, washing and sanitizing dishes according to established methods. Properly stores clean dishes and utensils.
  • Operates in a state of alertness and safety at all times.
  • Performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • No prior experience is necessary.

Physical Demands:

  • Continuous standing and walking.
  • Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling of items weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Regular reaching and gripping activities.
  • Frequent visual and auditory engagement for tasks requiring depth perception and communication.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, and other movements.
  • Occasional lifting of items weighing between 25-50 lbs.

Required Certifications:

  • None required.

Work Schedule:

This position operates on a PRN / Per Diem basis.

Employee Benefits:

SSM Health values its dedicated workforce by providing a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet employee needs, including:

  • Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children.
  • Flexible Payment Options: Access to earned wages before payday through a voluntary benefit program.
  • Upfront Tuition Coverage: Financial support for eligible team members pursuing education.


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