Diet Clerk

Position Overview

The incumbent is responsible for performing daily diet office duties including

• Accurately processes changes to the patient card file (diet changes, food preferences, admissions and discharges) in the dietary software system in a timely manner.
• Prints and distributes tray tickets, labels and reports as required.
• Maintains statistical information, filing, and month end records according to record retention guidelines as applicable.
• Communicates effectively and clearly with all staff through verbal (face to face or telephone), fax or email.
• Participates in Quality Assurance Programs.

Experience

• Previous experience in food service preferred.
• Experience dietary software (CBORD Nutrition Services Suite) and excel spreadsheets.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 or equivalent, Manitoba Standards, required.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Valid Food Handler's certificate required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be able to read, write and speak English effectively, with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook - minimum 70% in each area).
• May be required to assist with meal tray preparation.
• May be required to assist with transport of meal carts.

Physical Requirements

• Use of computer terminal, fax and telephone for long periods of time.
• Involves some intermittent standing, walking and carrying.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently in a time sensitive environment.