Dietary Aide Every Other Weekend 5:30A-1:30PM
About The Position
Twin Lakes Rehab and Nursing Center is hiring a Dietary Aide to support meal preparation and service for residents. The role is listed as part-time and is scheduled every other weekend and holiday from 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The posting also states that afternoon shifts are available for full-time Dietary Aides. The Dietary Aide prepares and delivers food and beverages according to residents’ diets, menus, and directions from the manager or cook; serves and retrieves meal trays; and maintains clean, sanitary work areas and dishware. The position includes responding appropriately to requests from nursing staff and residents, assisting with food preparation as needed, and contributing to a team-centered caregiving environment.
Requirements
- High school education or high school equivalency diploma.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical/drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and/or deliver juice, applesauce, and pudding to the nurses’ station for medication passes at appropriate times.
- Set up resident meal trays according to specified diets, including napkins, place mats, silverware, glassware, and appropriate condiments.
- Place appropriate hot and cold food items on residents’ trays according to the menu, diet cards, or direction from the manager or cook.
- Prepare sandwiches, juices, and other special or meal items according to diet cards, and place them on trays at mealtimes.
- Prepare and/or deliver food items for the restorative program according to the posted policy.
- Deliver meal trays to appropriate destinations on the nursing floor, retrieve them at appropriate times, and collect trays and dishware from the floor before the end of the shift.
- Break down trays, wash items in the dish machine, put items away, and restock the machine with appropriate chemicals.
- Remove trash after each meal; sweep, mop, and sanitize work areas according to checklists or supervisor/cook direction.
- Accept and respond appropriately to phone calls and requests from nursing staff and residents, fulfilling requests in a timely manner.
- Assist the cook when needed.
- Make authorized food substitutions.
- Assist with food preparation for special meals and parties.
Benefits
- Daily pay.
- Competitive new pay rates.
- Comprehensive benefits plan and 401(k).
- Core benefits begin on the first day of the month following the date of hire.
- Generous paid time off.
- Industry-leading orientation and training with ongoing management support.
- Employee recognition through awards and recognition programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
