Dietary Aide– No Experience Required!

MediLodge is proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of theYear Award through the MichiganWorks! Association!

Are you looking for a rewardingcareer and a stable company to call home? Our dietaryaides often come to MediLodge with little to no experience but a huge heart forserving the elderly population. Our dietary aides have the esteemed honor ofbuilding relationships with our residents and taking care of one of theirfavorite activities and very basic needs.

Dietaryaides serve resident meals and snacks daily. Close attention to detail isparamount to our food service team as they verify that the proper food isserved to the right resident – looking out for allergies, special needs, andrequests. If you have been a waiter or waitress in the food service industrythis may be right fit for you!

Otherduties that our dietary aides assist with are delivering meals to residentrooms or tables timely, clearing trays, taking part in cleaning routines,reading meal tickets and other duties as assigned.

Why Choose MediLodge? Nomatter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are the largest providerof skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with50 centers located throughout Michigan.

Healthcare and Specialty Benefits:

• Effective 2024 we are pleased tooffer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• AffordableMedical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading insuranceproviders to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and yourfamily.
• We know your pet is family too! Three Pet Insurance options availableto choose from.
• If you are paid hourly and are employed with us for 60-days or more, you may be eligible for choosing up to two of the following: Reduced Health Insurance, Childcare Reimbursement, Transportation Reimbursement, or Non-Perishable Food Program
• We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assistyou in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions.
• We offer an $0.85/hrMichigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
• Flexiblepay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances throughUKG Wallet
• Company paid vacation days withrollover option and sick time.
• EmployeeAssistance Program
• Flexibilityin scheduling; ask uswhat options are available.
• Excellent career advancementopportunities
• TuitionReimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K retirement program
• Health Saving Account (HSA), FlexibleSpending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• UnlimitedReferral Bonuses and more!

Achieve your success with us! Apply Today!

TEXT: DA ALP to (833) 383-6754 to Apply

Summary:

Assists with the preparation and service of food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events, that tastes good and is served at the proper temperature and in an attractive manner in accordance with established standards. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in accordance with established standards.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Licenses/Certification:
  • Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations
• Experience:
  • Experience in food service desired.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and/or pre-portions food (such as beverages, salads, desserts, and other items assigned by the supervisor) for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu for meals and snacks, as well as employees and special events, as instructed.
• Prepares and/or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy.
• Ensures that food is served in an attractive, appetizing manner.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items.
• Ensures that meals and snacks are delivered to designated areas according to established time schedules.
• Ensures that the proper quantity of food is prepared and/or pre-portioned as directed and within established time schedules.
• Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service. Records temperatures of food according to established procedures.
• Serves resident meals/snacks accurately in accordance with the planned menu, the resident’s diet order, and food preferences.
• Uses the correct portion control utensils during the preparation, pre-portioning, and service of food.
• Labels, dates, and stores food properly according to established policies.
• Ensures that refrigerator/freezer temperatures are within the appropriate range. Records temperatures on appropriate logs and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Washes dishes, etc. according to established procedures for manual and/or automatic dishwashing. Records water temperatures and/or sanitizer on designated logs. Reports any problems with proper water temperature or sanitizer to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Keeps work area clean and uncluttered during preparation and service of food.
• Performs cleaning assignments according to established policies and utilizes the proper cleaning chemicals.
• Performs duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed.
• Ensures that dishes, etc. are readily available for the next meal. Stores dishes, etc. in the proper location in a way to prevent contamination.
• Assists in receiving, storing, and verifying invoices for incoming food, supplies, etc. as indicated by the supervisor.
• Ensures that an adequate supply of food, supplies, etc. is available at all times. Reports inadequate stock levels to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Uses food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste.
• Maintains the security of the department.
• Performs all duties using proper safety techniques.
• Operates equipment according to manufacturer and supervisory direction. Maintains equipment in clean and safe operating condition. Reports all equipment problems to supervisor promptly.
• Completes tasks according to established time schedules.
• Makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding improvements in recipes, menus, production and service of food, equipment, etc. to enhance the quality of the food service.
• Works cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the Nursing Center.
• Interacts appropriately and in a positive manner with residents, families, and visitors.
• Demonstrates professional conduct and ethics according to Company policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attends in-service education and applies instruction to job.