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Hospital Attendant (HSC/HS 1) Relievers - Black River Hospital

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
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Required degree level: 
Other

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