Overview

Job Overview:

The Healthcare Host/Hostessis responsible for effectively communicating with patients, staff and guests of the hospital to ensure accuracy and timelines of patient meal trays and floor stock. Major responsibility includes delivering meal carts to patient units, aiding in the meal set-up at bedside, discarding of soiled trays, taking inventory of nourishment area, stocking the nourishment area and accurately operating technical equipment. The Healthcare Host/Hostess will be responsible for sanitation activities, including dishware, equipment cleaning and janitorial tasks. In addition, they will be responsible for cashiering in the cafeteria. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.  

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

Delivers carts to the correct floor or patient area.  Serves trays to patients and determines if they need anything else. Assists customers with opening containers and cutting food when requested.  Collects trays and places garbage and trash in designated containers.  Records the amount and type of special food items served to patients. Brews coffee and tea. May be required to restock other beverage areas.  Interacts with customers in the serving and dining areas. Assemble and deliver patient trays. Replenish floor stock. Attends all allergy and foodborne illness in-service training. Complies with all Sodexo HACCP policies and procedures.  Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner. Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.  Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.  May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Experience/Knowledge:

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred. 0-to-1-year related work experience. 

Qualifications

General Qualifications:

• Willingness to be open to learning and growing.

• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.

• Maintains a positive attitude.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful.

• Must comply with any dress code requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Significant walking.

• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods (up to 8 hours).

• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds. Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):

• Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.