JOB DESCRIPTION
The position is responsible for assisting the Dietary Manager and the Cook in the preparation and serving of food in the community. In this position the dietary aide will deliver food, ensure regulatory requirements are met in regards to dietary standards, and ensure sanitary conditions in the kitchen all dining areas. This position must be friendly, action orientated and customer focused at all times.

COMMON CORE ROLES

•  Commitment to the Mission, Vision, Values
   Exhibits attitudes and behaviors that show a commitment to meeting and exceeding customer expectations at all times
  o Demonstrates commitment to the core values of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor.
  o Utilize the mission, vision, and values to determine priorities Customer Experience
  o Provides exceptional customer service to residents, families, and co-workers on a daily basis by:
   Listening attentively, empathetically and following up to concerns expressed by residents, families, and coworkers.
•  Maintains professionalism and composure when interacting with management, employees, residents and families by:
   Complying with all privacy policies and procedures.
   Being inclusive and respectful.
   Working well with others.
•  Effectively presents and communicates information and responds to questions from co-workers, residents, families, state auditors and the general public as deemed appropriate for the position.

• Quality of Care
  o Accurately and timely completes position specific core roles and responsibilities that impact overall quality of care.
  o Ensures that residents receive the best care possible by encouraging open communication with the management team, direct care personnel, residents and families.
  o Basic comprehension of 5-star rating and how it relates to position specific roles and responsibilities.
  o Follows all community policies and procedures related to investigating, reporting and preventing abuse of vulnerable adults.
  KEY POSITION SPECIFIC ROLES & RESPONSIBILTIES
• Operate dish machine to wash dishes, glasses, cups, trays, and silverware and record temperatures to ensure compliance.
   Ensure proper drying and storage of dishes, glasses, cups, trays, and silverware.
   Clean dish machine, dish room area, assigned work areas, equipment, and follow the cleaning schedule.
   Wash pots, pans, and processing equipment according to manufacture recommendations.
   Assist with meal service as assigned.
   Clean and sanitize food delivery equipment.
   Assist in monitoring preparation and service area in sanitary condition. Deliver and transport trays to serving areas or to residents and return trays to clean-up.
   Prepare and deliver between meal nourishments.
   Work as part of a team on tray line.
   Assist with putting stock away and ensure proper dating and rotation of stock to reduce waste.
   Assist in training and orientation of new personal.
   Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
   Completes all other tasks and related duties as assigned.

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
   Language / Communication Skills
  o Ability to read, write, speak, listen and understand the English language.
  o Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  o Ability to effectively present and communicate information and respond to questions.
   Reasoning Ability
  o Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  o Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
   Computer Skills
  o Computer proficiency with software programs and the ability to learn new computer technology and programs.
   Mathematical Skills
  o Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
   Psychology o Basic knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
   Social Perceptiveness: o Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. o Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
   Other Skills and Abilities o Gets along well with others and effectively works with teams.