FT Dietary Aide

PACS

7d

About The Position

Dietary Aide assignments are determined by the needs of the shift. The Dietary Aide reports to the Cook and Dietary Supervisor and supports meal preparation and service, sanitation, supply management, and resident-centered dining. The role requires following food safety, allergy, and infection-control procedures and communicating needs or concerns to the Dietary Manager.

The position involves frequent standing or walking, reaching, pushing or pulling, talking or hearing, tasting or smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The work environment is usually low to moderate in noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and respectful in a resident-centered environment.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
• Must obtain and maintain a food handlers’ certificate.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Food service experience; training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal and snack preparation as directed.
• Assemble trays, portion items, and help with meal service.
• Deliver meals to resident rooms and dining areas with care and attention.
• Wash dishes, clean equipment, and maintain sanitation standards.
• Stock and rotate supplies using safe storage practices.
• Follow food safety guidelines, allergy precautions, and infection-control procedures.
• Communicate needs, concerns, or changes to the Dietary Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED