Company description:
Grampians Health exists to serve our communities across the Grampians region, providing complete care as close as possible to people's homes.
Job description:
$27.75 to $32.69 per hour
Casual Opportunities
About the role
Are you passionate about delivering high-quality support services in a healthcare setting? Grampians Health Ballarat is seeking a dedicated Menu Monitor to join our Meal Support Services (MSS) team. In this rewarding role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring patients and their families have a positive mealtime experience while working across both Acute and Sub-Acute sites.
This role requires weekend availability.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate patients' meal ordering, ensuring diet codes are assigned and orders are accurate.
- Assist and educate patients in using the CBORD meal ordering app and manage meal orders.
- Work collaboratively with the Dietetic and Catering teams to support excellence in meal support services.
- Liaise with staff to ensure a smooth transition of care for patients.
- Participate in a variety of tasks, including menu monitoring onwards, diet kitchen responsibilities, and working as a trolley runner.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and ensure continuity of care for patients through effective communication and teamwork.
Skills & Experience
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with staff, patients, and family members.
- Knowledge of or experience in special dietary requirements, including therapeutic diets, texture modification, and food allergen awareness, or a willingness to develop these skills.
- Demonstrated empathy and a client-centered approach to care.
- Proven ability to work independently while recognizing when to seek guidance or assistance.
- Flexibility to adapt and prioritize tasks in a dynamic and quick-paced environment.
- Accredited certificate in Basic Food Handling (HLTFSE001).
- Previous experience in a health or hospitality setting is advantageous but not essential.
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Interested?
Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying, contact Emma Cameron, Deputy Manager, Dietetics Meal Support Services on 0437 714 102 for a confidential discussion.
We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled
📌 Menu Monitor
🏢 Grampians Health
📍 Ballarat