Kitchen Sanitation Associate

2 weeks ago


Gainesville, Florida, United States Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc Full time

Job Category:

Food Services & Dietetics

Work Shift/Schedule:

Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System is dedicated to enhancing the health of our communities.



About the Position:

Position Overview

The Kitchen Sanitation Associate is tasked with maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across all culinary areas, kitchen apparatus, and dining utensils. This role also involves supporting food service during meal times and ensuring the dining area is well-organized. During quieter periods, the Kitchen Sanitation Associate will assist with various kitchen-related responsibilities.



Essential Qualifications
  • Licensure or Certifications:
  • Educational Background:
  • Experience Required:
  • Other Requirements:


Preferred Qualifications
  • Preferred Licensure or Certifications:
  • Preferred Educational Background: High School Diploma or GED.
  • Preferred Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience and/or training in sanitation practices.
  • Other Requirements:


Job-Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle and transport various food items, dietary supplies, and equipment throughout the facility.
  • Accountable for the cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas.


Key Responsibilities
  • Maintains a tidy, clean, and professional appearance.
  • Responsible for washing dining and kitchen utensils.
  • Performs sanitation tasks including recycling, waste disposal, sweeping, and mopping.
  • Assists with food stocking and adheres to food rotation practices.
  • Consistently follows key sanitation protocols and policies, particularly regarding hand hygiene, proper food storage, and maintaining food temperature.
  • Adheres to Federal and State long-term care regulations and Dietary Department policies.
  • Cleans and sanitizes utensils and food preparation areas post-use according to established protocols and schedules.
  • Practices safety, infection control, and emergency procedures in line with facility policies.
  • Assists in receiving and storing food and supplies as necessary.
  • Exhibits courtesy, consideration, and cooperation in communications with all guests, team members, clinical support staff, and client personnel.
  • Demonstrates reliability and punctuality in meeting schedule requirements.
  • Performs duties accurately and safely while adhering to conduct rules and maintaining attendance standards.
  • Actively applies learned principles, including universal precautions, safety protocols, and quality improvement practices.
  • Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and complies with conduct safety regulations, including knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
  • Maintains high standards of personal hygiene in accordance with departmental policies, including proper handwashing techniques and adherence to facility policies.


Physical Requirements
  • Weight Handling: Up to 50 lbs, occasionally 0-30% of the time.
  • Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, occasionally 0-30% of the time.
  • Vision Requirements: Moderate, constantly 66-100% of the time.
  • Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of the time.
  • Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100% of the time.
  • Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of the time.
  • Work Intensity: Constantly 66-100% of the time.
  • Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Communication, and Keyboarding.

Joining Northeast Georgia Health System means being part of a dedicated team that values you as an individual and supports your professional growth.


Northeast Georgia Health System: Your opportunities begin here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.



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