Dietary Aide

Job Description Dietary Aid- Per Diem afternoons Come join our amazing team Providing dining service to Residents, guests, family members and employees as needed. Prepare trays and serves food according to menus and following diet orders. Assists in maintaining clean and properly sanitized production and retail areas. Dietary Aide Requirements • Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance. • Assist in serving meals on a timely basis. • Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures. • Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures. • Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc. • Sweep and mop floors as directed. • Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area. • Return clean utensils to proper storage areas. • Wash and clean utensils as directed. • Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc. • Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed. • Assist cook in preparing meals. • Obtain food supplies for next meal. • Assist in checking diet trays before distribution. • Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas. • Serve food in dining room as instructed. • Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal. • Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area. • Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed. Safety and Sanitation • Prepare food, etc., in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as with our established policies and procedures. • Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times. • Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks. • Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained. • Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to your supervisor immediately. • Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor on the shift in which they occur. • Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times. • Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies. • Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids. • Report missing/illegible labels or MSDSs to your supervisor. Equipment and Supply Functions • Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available. • Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary. Resident Rights • Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information. • Knock before entering a resident's room. • Report complaints to the Director of Food Services. Miscellaneous • Make only authorized food substitutions. • Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc. Working Conditions • Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking. • Moves intermittently during working hours. • Is subject to frequent interruptions. • Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. • Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. • Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisors. • Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. • Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions(e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). • Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. • Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. • Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator. • May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area. • Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. • Maintains a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for dietary services/activities. • May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Covid vaccination/Booster is NOT required Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must be able to work around food and cleaning products. Dietary Aide Benefits (*FT and/or PT positions only) Competitive pay Shift differentials Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* PTO* 401 (k) with employer match* Employer Paid Life Insurance Paid Meal Period 8 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Longevity Credit* Short- & Long-Term Disability* Uniform allowance Job Summary As a Dietary Aide you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.