What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Southcoast Long Term Care Services?
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director or Supervisor, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of patient food service and dish duties, as well as other related tasks.
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: |
Prepares food trays for general and therapeutic diets. |
Prepares and delivers items as requested by patients or departments. |
Maintains tray line in a clean, neat and organized manner. |
Prepares special diet foods as necessary. |
Delivers food carts to patient care units. Returns carts to kitchen at designated times. |
Load and watches dishwashers. |
Washes specified items by hand, i.e., pots, pans, knives. |
Disposes of trash and garbage in appropriate manner and as needed. |
Puts clean dishes and utensils away. |
Mops floors as scheduled and as necessary. |
Cleans walk-in refrigerators and storage areas. |
Assists in preparing salads, desserts and nourishments. |
Performs special cleaning duties as assigned by the Nutritional Services Director/ Supervisor |
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. |
Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. |
Observes infection prevention and control practices at all times. |
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities. |
Assists in orienting new employees to department. |
Prepares individual fruit dishes for meals |
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. |
Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. |
Salary : $16