Dietary Aide- Day & Evening Shift

Jasper Memorial Hospital•Monticello, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an important position responsible for certain food preparation, service, and sanitation. The Dietary Aide is directly responsible to the Dietary Manager and works closely with them and other Department Managers. Maintaining open communication among co-workers is essential for the well-being of patients, the efficient operation of the facility, and the job satisfaction of all employees. The role involves maintaining a professional relationship with supervisors and co-workers and representing the facility in hospital and nursing home activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum related experience in related field.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
Must be able to follow oral & written directions.
Relates cooperatively and constructively with all patients, guests, families, physicians, peers, and all healthcare members as well as anyone that JHS’ employees interact with while performing their daily duties.
Moderate eye-hand coordination.
Must be able to operate cooking appliances.
Knowledgeable and competent to perform essential functions.
Must be able to deal with a variety of personalities with whom the employer comes into contact with, both pleasant and irate.
Ability to visually and audibly perform all essential functions.
High amount of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping, and kneeling.
Present up to date physical examination showing freedom from communicable diseases, and in good health and physical condition.
Minimal lifting requirements of forty (40) to fifty (50) pounds.
Minimal exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and body fluids.
Must meet minimum requirements of the performance standards outlined in the criteria based evaluation form.
Must meet minimum physical requirements as outlined in this job description.
Must meet education and experience requirements as outlined in this job description.

Responsibilities

Perform simple food preparation tasks.
Cooperate in keeping the entire kitchen clean and in order at all times.
Keep own work area straightened and clean to aid in efficiency of work performed.
Report equipment repairs needed to the Dietary Manager.
Prevent food waste whenever possible.
Pour juices and beverages (juice, coffee, tea, milk, cocoa, etc.) and serve on trays at correct temperature, neatly and in amounts called for at the proper time.
Fill orders for between meal nourishments.
Place desserts on serving dishes and serve them on trays.
Prepare and serve salads, fruits, dry cereals, and cold breads on trays at proper time, attractively, and at correct temperature.
Wrap flatware in napkins.
Set up trays for meals placing napkins, flatware, condiments, straws and diet cards on trays.
Assist with tray service to residents in dining area and pick up dirty trays after meal is served.
Prepare trays and deliver cart to hospital.
Wipe dining tables following meals.
Assemble, prepare for washing, and wash dishes. Store clean dishes in proper places and in a sanitary manner.
Maintain daily care of dishwasher and dishwashing area, lavatory, sink, salad worktable, dish storage cabinet, and food carts.
Empty trashcans daily and clean them thoroughly. Replace liners and return cans to station.
Assist with care of floors in kitchen and dining room by sweeping and/or mopping at a time when food is not being prepared or served.
Assist with general cleaning and food preparation tasks as needed.
Receive and put up stock as assigned.
Perform assigned duties as directed by the Dietary Manager to maintain meal schedules.
Assume responsibility for professional growth and expertise.