Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide will assist with food service, maintain a clean and safe environment, and provide good work rapport with inter-department personnel. They will serve meals, clean utensils and equipment, and maintain inventory and supplies. The Dietary Aide must be able to read, write, and speak English, and possess the ability to make independent decisions and deal tactfully with residents, family members, and visitors.

Requirements

• Assure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
• Develop and maintain a good work rapport with inter-department personnel
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing
• Assist in serving meals as necessary, and on a timely basis
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., as directed
• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures
• Assure that utensil, etc., are readily available for next meal
• Remove food trays from carts, dining room, etc., and take to dish washing area
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed
• Prepare food, etc., in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Assure the safety regulations are followed at all times by all personnel
• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures
• Assure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the Dietary Manger or Assistant immediately
• Report all accidents /incidents as established by department policies
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times
• Dispose of food waste in accordance with established policies
• Assure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
• Assist in inventory and storing in-coming food supplies, etc., as necessary
• Make only authorized substitutions
• Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Malpractice Insurance