Organisation
Southern Regional Health Authority, Jamaica
Reference
VAC-56763
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Healthcare & Medical
Location
Black River
Salary & Benefits
$990,843 - $1,177,801 per annum
Date Posted
08/05/2025
Expiry Date
20/05/2025
The Hospital Attendant, under the general supervision of the Assistant Dietitian, will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of patient meals.
Qualifications and Experience:
- School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education)
- Certificate in Food Preparation from HEART/NTA
- At least 2 CSEC subjects would be a definite asset
- A valid Food Handlers Permit
- At least one (1) year experience in quantity food production and service
Specific Knowledge & Skills:
- Physical Fitness
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Ability to respect patient confidentiality
- Good time management skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent knowledge of the care and use of food service equipment and kitchen utensils
- Knowledge of supplies and methods used in food preparation and service
- Knowledge of the Public Health Regulations and Sanitation Guidelines
- Possesses manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to handle tools, such as knife techniques for chopping, slicing, cutting, and dicing
Key responsibilities will include:
Technical
- Assisting the cook with preparations such as washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meats, and peeling provisions.
- Adhering to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
- Placing food on serving counter or meal assembly line during meal hours.
- Receiving, checking, and keeping inventory of kitchen equipment.
- Washing cooking utensils and cookware, etc.
- Sweeping, mopping, and cleaning the kitchen, including stoves, cupboards, and countertops.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Supervisor
Special conditions associated with the job:
- Duties and assignments are on a shift basis, and the incumbent may be required to work extended hours if the need arises.
- May be required to work with patients who might exhibit violent/aggressive behavior.
NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.
Region:
Black River
Occupational fields:
Other
Other
Other
Required degree level:
Other
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