Purpose of Your Position
The Dietary Aide supports the dietary department by assisting in the preparation service and cleanup of meals that meet residents nutritional and dietary needs. This role helps promote resident health comfort and satisfaction through high-quality food service in accordance with facility standards safety regulations and dietary guidelines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Meal Preparation & Service
Assist in preparing meals snacks and beverages according to dietary guidelines and menu plans.
Serve meals promptly and courteously while ensuring proper portion control and presentation.
Deliver food trays to residents and assist with serving in the dining room as needed.
Ensure meals meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of each resident.
Sanitation & Safety
Clean and sanitize dining areas food carts dishes and kitchen equipment after each meal service.
Maintain food safety and infection control procedures at all times.
Handle food and equipment safely and in compliance with state and facility regulations.
Monitor temperature controls for food storage and preparation areas.
Organization & Inventory
Restock supplies and ingredients as needed to maintain efficient meal service.
Assist in taking inventory and report shortages to the Cook or Dietary Manager.
Keep work areas clean organized and hazard-free.
Resident Interaction
Interact courteously and professionally with residents ensuring meal preferences and needs are met.
Report any concerns regarding residents food intake preferences or difficulties to nursing or dietary leadership.
Support residents dignity and independence during mealtime.
Working Conditions
Requires standing walking bending and lifting throughout the workday.
May be exposed to temperature changes wet floors cleaning chemicals and kitchen equipment.
Interacts with residents staff and visitors in a variety of situations.
Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and holidays.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Prior experience in food service healthcare or long-term care setting is helpful but not required training will be provided.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English.
Strong attention to cleanliness organization and food safety standards.
Dependable compassionate and able to work well as part of a team.
Courteous and patient when interacting with residents families and coworkers.
Able to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Willingness to learn and maintain knowledge of dietary procedures and sanitation standards.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Physical & Sensory Requirements
(With or without reasonable accommodation)
Must be able to stand walk bend and reach throughout the workday.
Ability to lift push pull and carry up to 50 pounds safely.
Must be able to tolerate temperature changes and humidity common in kitchen environments.
Able to cope with the mental and emotional demands of a busy food service setting.
Must be able to relate to and work with residents who are elderly disabled or emotionally upset.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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