Dietary Aide

**Dietary Aide - $2500 Sign on Bonus for Full-time employees plus $2.00 evening/weekend Shift Differentials**

**Access Earned Wages prior to Payday**

**Purpose**

To provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed and instructed in accordance with established federal, state and local dietary regulations, policies and procedures.

**Job Functions and Responsibilities**
- Assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.
- Know and use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.
- Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors.
- Assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items from carts, trays and dining areas and placing clean items in proper storage areas.
- Assist in distributing and checking all trays for completeness and accuracy of menu and diet preferences before distribution to residents.
- Perform all daily tasks in accordance with established Standards Precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintain resident’s confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity, and respect.
- Know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules.
- Review and promptly report to Food Service Director all resident complaints and grievances.
- Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper storage of raw and leftover foods; obtain food supplies for next meals.
- Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents, and incidents to the food Service Director and/or the Administrator.
- Assist the community’s Food Service Director as necessary and implement recommended changes as required ensuring that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Must read, write, speak and understand English.
- Patience, friendliness, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.
- Must have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, and/or assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five pounds.
- Must be able to squat, reach and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking, standing.

**Benefits for Full Time employees**
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Long/Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid time Off
- Great Company Culture and Employee Incentives

**About Us**

Crescent Manor is a 90 bed Nursing and Rehab facility located in Southern Vermont close to the New York and Massachusetts borders. We are proud to offer top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Our patient-centered care facility features:

- Long-term care with skilled care and personalized attention
- Rehabilitation professionals offering occupational, physical and speech therapies on-site
- Nutritious dining program offers the flavor and comfort of home cooking and can accommodate specialized dietary needs
- Activities programming to keep residents engaged, involved, and encouraged