Dietary Aide/Server- PT Evenings/Weekends

OPS LIVING LLC • Michigan City, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves food to residents, following established sanitation, safety, and dietary procedures. This is a part-time evening and weekend position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in volume and modified diet preparation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be state-approved in food handling and preparation
• Great communication skills to interact with various customers in conversations and writing
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in long-term care or hospital setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Complies with state and federal sanitation and applicable standards
• Monitors food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct residents
• Maintains awareness of special dietary or nutritional requirements of specific residents
• Examines trays to ensure that they contain the required items
• Places food servings on plates and trays according to order or instructions
• Loads trays with accessories such as eating utensils, napkins, and condiments
• Removes trays and stacks dishes for return to kitchen after meals are finished
• Inspects supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards
• Maintains awareness of proper food preparation techniques, operation of kitchen equipment, safety procedures, sanitation, etc. to ensure quality standards and service
• Cleans and sterilizes pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment
• Attends in-service and company meetings as required
• Maintains infection control standards by using universal precautions
• Assists families and other visitors as needed
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED