Dietary Aide

Cardinal Senior Living LLC•Williamsburg, MI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Autumn House Williamsburg is hiring a Dietary Aide / Cook for a Full Time position. This role is responsible for dining room setup for meal presentation and preparation, delivery of meals to residents, and cleaning of dishes, glassware, and flatware in the work area. The position requires working with coworkers in a team environment, assisting in food preparation, tray assembly according to dietary requirements, serving food and drinks, assisting residents with food consumption, cleaning dining areas and dishes, maintaining sanitation, and storing food items properly. Additional tasks may be assigned by the Executive Chef. Secondary duties include promoting resident independence and dignity, transporting food carts, preparing nourishments, assisting with special events, attending meetings and training, and following state regulations.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently
Ability to lift fifty(50) pounds and move lifted items three(3) to four(4) feet
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop and reach frequently
Knowledge of kitchen safety practices and accident prevention
Knowledge of basic sanitation, food preparation, and the maintenance of kitchen and food service areas

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities

Work with coworkers in a team environment that promotes positive service qualities and respect for residents.
Assists coworkers in preparation of food in accordance with directions and standards.
Assists in tray assembly according to dietary requirements.
Serves food and drinks to residents.
Assists residents with food consumption when needed (i.e., cutting food, buttering bread, pouring beverages, delivering trays to tables, etc).
Removes dirty dishes from the dining room and cleans tables/areas. Scrapes dishes, loads and operates dishwasher, and washes/scrubs pots and pans as needed.
Perform cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, cleaning surfaces, and vacuuming, to maintain a safe and sanitary work area.
Make sure any unused food items are covered, labeled, dated, and stored in the refrigerator/freezer.
Restocks prep and service areas as needed to maintain an organized work area.
Performs additional tasks necessary as directed by the Executive Chef or designated person in charge.
Promotes and encourages individualized resident independence while maintaining resident dignity, individuality, confidentiality, and following infection control policies.
Transports food carts to and from dining areas.
Prepares and gathers nourishments according to the standards and delivers to dining areas.
Assists in the preparation and service of catering and special dining events.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, projects, special events, committees, and mandatory training as appropriate. Completes competency evaluations for training as required by the state or as assigned by their immediate supervisor, HR Director, or Executive Director.
Follow all applicable state regulations.