Dietary Aide/Cook - Long Term Care

Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Dietary Aide/Cook in a vibrant long-term care environment! In this vital role, you will play a key part in delivering nutritious, appealing meals that promote the health and well-being of our residents. Your energy and culinary skills will help create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where residents feel cared for and valued. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive setting that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Duties

• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary guidelines, ensuring adherence to specific dietary requirements for residents.
• Assist with food production, including cooking, portioning, and plating meals to meet quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas following food safety protocols and JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, mixers, and other food preparation tools.
• Support the dietary department by bussing tables, cleaning dishes, and managing food handling tasks with attention to sanitation and safety.
• Follow proper manual handling procedures for heavy lifting and safe lifting practices to prevent injuries.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated culinary experience with food preparation, cooking, and meal service skills.
• Knowledge of nutrition principles and ability to adhere to dietary requirements for geriatric patients.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with geriatric populations or in dietary aide roles is advantageous.
• Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment safely and practicing proper sanitation procedures.
• Basic math skills for portion control, recipe adjustments, and inventory management.
• Valid CPR certification is preferred; willingness to obtain if not already certified.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while maintaining high standards of customer service and professionalism.

Embark on a meaningful career where your culinary talents make a real difference in residents’ lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values safety, respect, and excellence in care delivery. Join us today to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing quality of life through nutritious meals and exceptional service!

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• Dietary Aide: 1 year (Preferred)
• kitchen stations: 1 year (Preferred)
• health & safety codes: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Aiken, SC 29801 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person