Dietary Aide

SHIFT:Full-Time and Part-Time

Anticipated Start Date: April 22, 2024

RATE OF PAY: $15.00/hr.

BENEFITS:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Health, Dental, Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Retirement/401k
• Flexible Schedules

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Dietary Aides support the health and nutrition of residents by assisting with food preparation services while upholding strict sanitation and safe handling procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves meals that are timely, palatable, appetizing in appearance and are in accordance with established portion control procedures and therapeutic diets.
• Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures to include but not limited to work tables, meat blocks,
  refrigerators/freezers, sweep/mop floors as directed, carry soiled utensils/dishes to work areas, wash and clean utensils as directed, empty trash containers into dumpsters, clean cans and replace trash can liners.
• Keeps work area dry and free of hazards and sanitizes dining room tables and chairs.
• Operates dish machine using proper sanitizing and safety techniques. Racks, rinses and feeds dishes into dish machine.
• Washes pots and pans as per facility policies and procedures.
• Places groceries, meats and supply items in appropriate storage areas as directed.
• Transfers food trucks from dietary department to assigned areas in a safe and timely manner.
• Follows all safety regulations, infection control/universal precautions, food safety regulations and facility policies and procedures.
• Utilizes and maintains all equipment appropriately, i.e.: dish machine, coffee urn, refrigerators, mixers, blender, toaster.
• Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment and accident/incidents to shift supervisor.
• Prepares and portions food items such as desserts, salads, juices, coffee, and nourishments.
• Assists in inventory and proper storing of foods, supplies, etc. as directed.
• Accurately take and record temperatures of food, beverages and equipment as directed by the Food Service Director, Assistant Food Service Director and/or Dietary Supervisor every meal.
• Provides cleaning and busing of tables in dining rooms as instructed, in a courteous manner.
• Makes efforts to ensure that patient/resident’s needs and preferences are accommodated, i.e.: alternate menus offered, special request nourishments/snacks provided upon request, etc.
• Cooperates and embraces change, implements new procedures as directed and actively seeks new ways to contribute to the team to improve the department’s performance.
• Maintains resident rights.
• Maintains HIPAA privacy, security and confidentiality standards.
• Follows all established policies and procedures.
• Follows universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques.
• Maintains Corporate Compliance standards.
• Contributes to facility Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
• Follows safety procedures by keeping areas free of hazardous conditions.
• Economical and careful with supplies and equipment.
• Comes to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality.
• Comes to work in neat, clean attire and consistently presents an appropriate professional appearance.
• This individual continuously exhibits and fosters a spirit of teamwork, positive attitude and conflict resolution among co-workers.
• Reports perceived problems to supervisor. Contributes ideas to rectify identified problems and follows corrective actions as directed by the supervisor.
• Reliably performs duties with measured accuracy, timeliness and independence.
• Sets high standards, seeking to “raise the bar”, exhibits commitment to strive for and exceed expectations.
• Effectively communicates, assists, and cooperates with other personnel and interdisciplinary teams. Exhibits an attitude of helpfulness, team spirit and support to all team members.
• Acts as a source of direction to visitors, staff and external populations, i.e.: delivery staff, vendors, etc.
• Represents the organization professionally.
• Interacts positively with residents, family members, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances.
• Promptly reports all needs and concerns to the Supervisor or designated alternate.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum- some food service experience required
• Previous dietary experience preferred
• High degree of personal cleanliness and hygiene required; health status suitable for food service required
• Ability to read and understand work assignments, as well as report verbally and provide written documentation as necessary
• Respect for residents’ privacy and rights; display of genuine concern and empathy for the elderly
• Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness, and kindness
• Qualities of responsibility, diplomacy, and ability to work well with fellow staff members
• Physical endurance for frequent activity