JOB SUMMARY:

Full Time - 11:30am-7:30pm

The Dietary Specialist is responsible for preparing food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and facility policies and procedures; and ensuring quality food service is always provided.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing and in accordance with medically appropriate portion control

• Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect special diet trays to ensure accurate preparation.

• Set tables, serve food and clear tables

• Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc.; transport to washing area

• Assist in establishing food service production line to ensure that meals are prepared on time

• Assist in and/or direct scheduled cleaning duties

• Wash dishes using correct procedure

• Sweep, mop, and maintain dietary floors and work areas

• Dispose of garbage and trash, keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous items

• Complete forms and reports to document dietary procedures

• Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies

• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow established safety and infection control regulations and policies

• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies; report observations

• Report disrepair of kitchen and dietary appliances, equipment, etc.

• Report accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately in all situations

• Participate in on-going educational programs related to the job

• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information and facility business

• Follow established universal precautions and isolation procedures

• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in patients’ personal and health care needs

• Report complaints and grievances to supervisor

• Possess proficient communication and active listening skills

• Successful completion of required training

• Handle multiple priorities effectively

• Reliable transportation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:

o Minimum of completion of tenth (10th) grade in high school

• Experience:

o Healthcare experience preferred

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

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