Full Time Dietary Aide
About The Position
The Culinary Services Aide performs assigned work routines and cleaning duties for the culinary department in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, policies, and procedures, while supporting resident and patient safety. The role assists with meal preparation and service, dining-room setup, dishwashing, food and supply handling, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The aide also follows infection-control, emergency, confidentiality, patient-rights, and other facility requirements; attends required training and meetings; and completes other duties as assigned by the Chef Manager/Culinary Director or designee.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Nice To Haves
- Previous institutional dietary service experience is preferred.
- ServeSafe certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned work routines using dietary utensils, supplies, and equipment.
- Assist the cook with meal preparation and service.
- Follow applicable federal and state regulations and Culinary Services Department policies and procedures.
- Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled.
- Arrange trays, load food carts, and serve meals.
- Set up the dining room and serve residents.
- Wash and store dishes.
- Report supply and equipment needs using established procedures.
- Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.
- Attend in-service educational programs and department meetings as required.
- Follow safety codes and infection-control procedures.
- Understand and follow facility fire and disaster plans during drills and actual emergencies.
- Comply with facility and departmental policies and procedures, including those concerning Human Resources, ethics and business conduct, health and safety, compliance, patient rights, confidentiality, HIPAA, and accrediting-agency standards.
- Take responsibility for personal and professional growth and any required certifications or licenses, if applicable.
- Complete mandatory annual training and competencies.
- Perform other department duties or special assignments as directed by the Chef Manager/Culinary Director or designee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
