Dietary Aide

Food and Nutrition Services Staff

Job Summary

Dishwashing, tray assist, food assist, cleaning and maintaining a safe environment for all, floor prep and any tasks given under the supervision of the Director of Food and Nutrition.

Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.

Qualifications

1. Six (6) months previous experience in dietary services preferable but not essential.

2. Knowledge of quality food preparation and food service.

3. Must have some knowledge in the use of food service equipment and related

cleaning equipment.

4. Has an interest in learning, ability to cooperate, and willingness to work under

supervision.

5. Adheres to all company policies and performs task in a timely and efficient fashion.

6. Must work as scheduled each week, working weekends and holidays as needed.

7. Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees

8. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times.

9. Has appropriate health certificate as required by local, state, and federal health

departments.

10. Must demonstrate ability to follow policies, procedures, practices and direction without the

direct supervision of the Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

11. Must demonstrate the ability to function as a cooperative team member with all

disciplines in the facility.

12. Willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis, and perform

task despite frequent interruptions. Keeps an open line of communication with

other department members.

13. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination as

required by the state the Food and Nutrition Services Staff is employed

Responsibilities

1. Adhere to directives of the Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Administrator, or Director

of Nurses.

2. Must keep the Food and Nutrition area clean and in a sanitary condition.

3. Wash and clean dirty dishes, trays, utensils, and equipment within the food and nutrition

department.

4. Prepare meals according to approved menus and recipes.

5. Organize tray assembly and meal service.

6. Report any equipment problems to the Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

7. Maintains food and supplies and reports supply inventory to the Director of Food and

Nutrition Services.

8. Maintains department equipment to ensure proper cleanliness and function.

9. Checks and maintains food temperatures, dish washer and refrigerator temps as per policy.

10. Stores food appropriately and discards items as necessary.

11. Maintains resident confidentiality.

12. Prepares foods consistent to resident specific diets and restrictions.

13. Performs other duties deemed necessary by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services or

the facility Administrator.

11. Attends and participates in facility meetings.

12. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement Program

13. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program

14. Reports immediately to supervisor and administrator situations involving abuse, neglect, or

suspicion of a crime.

15. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Compliance Program, HIPAA Standard, and Computer

Usage Agreement.

Professional Requirements

1. Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

2. Completes educational requirements per policy.

3. Maintains regulatory requirements.

4. Occasional travel/overnights required for training, professional meetings, emergencies,

and evacuations.

5. Reports to work on time and as scheduled.

6. Wears identification while on duty.

7. Must work throughout all areas of the facility.

8. Completes work in designated time frames.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mandeville, LA 70448 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13