Dietary Aide

Fox Subacute - Mechanicsburg•Mechanicsburg, PA

22d

About The Position

Fox Subacute is a 55-bed specialty care facility providing high-acuity care for clinically complex residents, including respiratory and ventilator-dependent individuals. Its environment combines the clinical complexity of a hospital step-down unit with the continuity and relationship-building of long-term care. Dietary Aides assist with food service and should be knowledgeable about dietary and cooking preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and organization. They follow written and oral instructions, handle multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and support the facility’s mission of encouraging independence. They assist the Cook and Kitchen Manager with preparing, serving, and delivering food and nutrition, while following menus, production sheets, food-handling practices, safety procedures, and infection-control policies. Other appropriate tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of dietary and cooking preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and organization.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with others and leadership.
Knowledge of proper food handling and preparation.
Familiarity with MSDS and ability to follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control procedures.
Ability to use kitchen equipment properly.
Good organization, communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Safety-consciousness, ownership, accountability, and a cooperative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Assist the Cook and Kitchen Manager.
Strive for excellence in food service, delivery, and preparation of assigned food items.
Work effectively both independently and with others.
Serve food according to the menu.
Anticipate problems and develop solutions.
Maintain a clean and safe kitchen, including completing daily cleaning duties and keeping the area neat and free of hazardous objects.
Follow production sheets and practice proper food handling, preparation, weighing, and measuring.
Meet schedules for food preparation, service, and nutrition delivery.
Follow safety, hygiene, and spill and accident procedures, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE); be familiar with MSDS.
Help ensure infection-control, PPE, fire-extinguisher, MSDS, and sanitation policies and procedures are implemented.
Ensure food is properly stored.
Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner during medical, fire, disaster, and other emergencies.
Understand and practice the proper use of kitchen equipment.
Assist other staff as needed or instructed to support the success of Fox Subacute.
Minimize waste and contribute to team success.