Dietary Aide - PRN

Caraday Healthcare • Round Rock, TX

3d

About The Position

The Dietary Aide assists the Cook with preparing and serving meals. The role uses protective gear for appropriate tasks and places prepared food on plates and trays according to tray tickets and established policies and procedures. As directed by the Food Services Manager or Cook, the Dietary Aide helps ensure quality food service, prepares and delivers food and trays, washes dishes, and cleans and sanitizes the kitchen according to health standards. The position requires professionalism, attention to detail, dependability, and effective teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course within 60 days.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English, follow directions, and complete tasks.
• Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance and act professionally as a team player.
• Dependability and experience working in facilities using quantity food production methods.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety and sanitation requirements, and procedures.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training in foodservice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook in preparing and serving meals.
• Use protective gear for appropriate functions.
• Place prepared food on plates and trays according to tray tickets and established policies and procedures.
• Prepare and deliver food and trays.
• Wash dishes and clean and sanitize the kitchen according to health standards.
• Follow meal preparation and serving schedules.
• Read and accurately apply food tray card requirements.
• Maintain records and complete reports as required.
• Interact positively with residents, clients, personnel, and the public.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED