The Methodist Hospitals

PORTER-FOOD SERVICES

Location Name *Southlake Campus
Location US-IN-Merrillville
ID
2025-12344
Category
Food Services
Position Type
Rotating All Shifts
FTE
1.0

Overview

Cleans various fixed and portable equipment. Collects and Disposes trash, sweeps and mops department. Weighs and documents grease.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

  1. Cleans floors using floor scrubber and pressure washer.
  2. Cleans various fixed and portable equipment in the department, using cleaning chemicals, steam hose, gloves, goggles, mask, and apron.
  3. Collects all trash in the department, transporting and disposing of same in compactor.
  4. Delivers food carts to patient floors in specified order according to schedule, assembles cold trays as requested by nursing.
  5. Retrieves late trays from each nursing unit.
  6. Pick up assigned catering function.
  7. Breaks down and soaks dishware.
  8. Relieves other porter positions, storeroom clerk, storeroom clerk assistant, and pots and pans positions.
  9. Secures entire department at end of shift.
  10. Sweeps and mops the cafeteria, dock, dishroom, and walk-in coolers/freezers daily, using proper chemicals and double bucket mopping method.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English.
  • Mechanical aptitude to disassemble and reassemble equipment.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Ability to work as par of a group.


EDUCATION

  • High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
  • Aptitude to disassemble and reassemble equipment.


STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE
Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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