Dietary Aide - Skilled Nursing Facility

Senior Lifestyle • Colorado Springs, CO

116d

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing assistance in all food service functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures. The role involves following and performing duties in adherence to Senior Lifestyle Corporation Dining Policy and Procedures according to the Dining Services Policy and Procedure Manual. The position reports to the Director of Dining Services but may take direction from all pertinent management personnel.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Entry Level (0-3 Years) experience in Food Service or Hospitality.
• Serv Safe or required certification from local, county or state department.
• Capable of communicating well verbally and in a manner understood by management, co-workers and residents who may have hearing or cognitive impairments.
• Basic cooking and preparation of meal items.
• Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements.
• Ability to seek instruction when needed.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Fundamental understanding of therapeutic diets, sanitation and service.
• Ability to interact with a multitude of various personalities and respond with patience, concern and a positive attitude.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor towards all residents, guests, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures and ensure that foods follow prescribed modified or therapeutic diets, nutrition/hydration requirements and resident preferences.
• Assist or serve meals as necessary and in a timely manner assuring that they are palatable and appetizing in appearance as well as accurate in content to the resident.
• Setup, deliver, and verify accuracy of meal trays, food carts, and dining areas as instructed.
• Remove all soiled items/equipment and deliver to the dishwashing area upon meal completion.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary for each meal period.
• Assist department in obtaining proper food supplies for the next meal.
• Assist cooks in preparation of menu items.
• Prepare and deliver snacks and other items as instructed and assist in inventory control and stocking.
• Perform kitchen utility duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, bussing items from dining areas to dish room, washing and cleaning small wares and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, cutting boards, and table tops as well as removing garbage.
• Keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazards.
• Know and adhere to all company and local, state, and county health department regulations.
• Ensure that all dining areas are clean and safely operating.
• Attend all required training, in services, and staff meetings.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Access to DailyPay application for early wage access

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees