Dietary Aide

DeSoto Nursing & Rehabilitation•DeSoto, TX

About The Position

The Dietary Aide supports nutrition services and resident care in a fast-paced environment. The role requires trustworthiness, consistent attendance, effective multitasking, and a professional, cooperative attitude when working with others to support high-quality care. The Dietary Aide assists with meal service, food preparation, supply management, and cleaning and sanitizing dishes and equipment. Duties are performed according to departmental policies, schedules, standards, menus, recipes, and instructions.

Requirements

Trustworthiness and consistent attendance.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Professional and cooperative attitude.
Ability to complete duties efficiently and on time according to the schedule.
Ability to work well in a team-focused environment.
Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Assemble meal trays and deliver meal carts to nursing or dining areas.
Dispose of refuse in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Deliver and rotate food and floor supplies according to standards, using first-in, first-out practices.
Prepare meals safely and efficiently by following menus and standardized recipes.
Portion and serve meals according to recipes and spreadsheet instructions.
Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
Complete duties efficiently and on time according to the schedule.
Work cooperatively in a team-focused environment and support cleanliness, food safety, and resident satisfaction.