About the role
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Job Title
Food Service Operations
Location
Canton
Facility
Mercy Hospital
Department
Job Code
H08000
Shift
Day/Evening/Night/Weekend
Schedule
6:30am-9:00pm
Job Summary
Job Details
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
When we do everything in service of our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored, and Mercy Hospital understands that part of staying well is keeping up with nutritional needs. As a Patient Dining Associate, you will provide direct meal service to patients and visitors.
A caregiver in this position works varying hours between 6:30AM – 9:00PM. Both Full-Time and Part-Time roles are available.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Assist with food preparation, loading, heating, tray assembly and sanitation.
Provide food service delivery of menus and trays to patients and visitors.
Maintain inventory to ensure the work area is stocked with adequate and acceptable food and supplies.
Ensure quality in patient and visitor meal service by visiting patients after every meal delivery to ensure customer satisfaction and responding to concerns.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
High School Diploma or GED
One year of experience in a customer service environment
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Food service experience
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Must lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push service carts and maneuver tray stands.
Requires a high degree of dexterity to perform all job positions in the work area.
Ability to work in an environment with possible extreme temperature change.
Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors used in coded dating system required.
Hearing to normal range.
Exposure to chemicals for the purpose of cleaning and sanitizing.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.
Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
Aplyr's read
Cleveland Clinic stands as a leader in healthcare, merging cutting-edge research with patient-focused care, attracting professionals dedicated to medical excellence and innovation.
What's promising
- •Cleveland Clinic consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the U.S. for patient care.
- •The organization invests heavily in research, fostering a culture of innovation.
- •Employees benefit from working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
What to watch
- •The high-pressure environment may lead to burnout among staff.
- •Nonprofit status can limit salary growth compared to private sector healthcare.
- •Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.
Why Cleveland Clinic
- •Cleveland Clinic's patient-centered model prioritizes comprehensive, individualized care.
- •The integration of clinical care with research and education is a hallmark.
- •Its global reach includes facilities in the U.S., Canada, and the UAE.
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About Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. It is known for its patient-centered approach and high-quality healthcare services.
