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Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center: Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. Critical Access Hospital 24/7 Emergency Department Level II Cardiac Center Level III Stroke Center Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org Pay Range (depending on experience): $20.33 - $28.38 . Job Summary Works as a member of the Nutrition Services team to provide exceptional service and assistance to patients, staff and other customers. Serves and portions food; performs basic food preparation and maintains cleanliness of foodservice areas and equipment. Contributes to and promotes a positive work environment; role models Summit Pacific behavior and service standards. Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities Performs opening duties at either the Wellness Center or at the Medical Center kitchens; assemble mise en place for each meal service, execute recipes, prepare and serve for each service period. Provides back of the house support to ensure product is ready and available during service periods. Provides front of the house support, serving and working the line during peak service spikes. Assists at Medical Center when required. (Wellness Center) Prepares and serves all patient meals, Floor Stocks, Custom orders, Comfort Carts, Retail Café Service as required. (Patient Services) Assists with catering and special events, including preparation, set up and tear down. Maintains a clean as you go work environment; communicates product needs for menus, utilizes FIFO methods when receiving product inventory; adheres to regulations regarding cleaning, sanitation, and time and temperature controls of food products and equipment. Provides support to the Manager/Executive Chef, and the Registered Dietitian with regard to record keeping, operating the Point-of-Sale system, menu planning and execution, demonstration cooking and/or presentations in educational settings. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.  Consistently demonstrates SPMC values and provides all customers/guests with excellent service experience. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned. *Essential Job Function Staff Member Responsibilities *Adapts to changes in the work environment: Actively engages in learning about new role, department, and SPMC. *Builds and maintains working relationships: Makes an effort to build effective relationships with supervisor and direct co-workers. *Creates positive experiences for patients, customers and, co-workers: Demonstrates understanding of service expectations and willingness/ability to meet SPMC standards. *Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Focuses on learning and understanding assigned job functions, tasks, and competencies. *Exhibits effective work skills: Reports to work regularly, on-time, and ready to work. Demonstrates interest, ability to learn and desire to successfully perform job duties. Asks questions and clarifies expectations to develop a clear understanding of expectations. *Facilitates Teamwork: Participates in team activities. Listens to and respects others and their ideas/opinions. Contributes to a positive environment. *Fosters an environment of trust: Communicates in a respectful and honest manner. Actions are consistent with words. *Supports Summit Pacific mission, vision, and values: Develops understanding of SPMC mission, vision, values, and strategic plan goals. Organizational Responsibilities In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to adhere to Summit Pacific behavior and patient experience standards, comply with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines; and act in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner. Required Education and Experience High school diploma. Three months of customer service experience. Food handling experience required. Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations Food Handlers Permit (for Washington State) Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to learn and follow established policies and procedures. Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions. Ability to communicate effectively and to provide excellent customer service. Ability to operate common tools and kitchen equipment. Basic mathematics skills; ability to accurately process cash register transitions and make appropriate change. Cash handling experience preferred. Knowledge and/or training related to special diets preferred Physical Requirements: Physical Activity Frequency Lift up to 35 lbs .Frequent Lift more than 35 lbs. Seldom Carry up to 35 lbs. Frequent Carry more than 35 lbs .Seldom Push/Pul l Occasional Sit Seldom Stand Frequent Walk Constant Bend/Stoop Constant Crouch Frequent Reach Frequent Grasp Frequent Sensory Requirements Vision: Ability to perform job duties with vision within normal limits, with or without corrective lenses. Hearing: Ability to perform job duties with hearing within normal limits, with or without hearing aids or other assistive devices. Speech: Ability to communicate effectively in English, with or without assistive devices. Additional Physical Demands The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties may require prolonged periods of standing and walking, frequent reaching and grasping, and occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying of equipment or supplies. FTE: 1 Work Shift: SVC Contract 8 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week Working Location: Elma, Washington Benefits: Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. Benefits offered by SPMC: Competitive Compensation Medical Prescription Dental (including Orthodontia) Vision Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA Daycare subsidized benefit Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Short- and long-term disability Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement 457 retirement account for additional funds Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Smoking Cessation Assistance Employee Wellness Program Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team Beautiful on-site gym for employees Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps Walking trails on site Additional Information: Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services. Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as: Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world! Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views. Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car) Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks! Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn. Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state. Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment. This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center: Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. Critical Access Hospital 24/7 Emergency Department Level II Cardiac Center Level III Stroke Center Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!