Dietary Aide

Advanced Health Care of Overland Park • Overland Park, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide I assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appetizing meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The role supports meal service and kitchen operations while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and a clean, presentable dining environment. The position is full-time, with a flexible schedule that includes weekdays and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe certificate required.
• Current certification from a nationally recognized food-service and safety accrediting body.
• Basic knowledge of food-safety regulations, sanitation practices, and dietary guidelines.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally with residents, staff, and visitors.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service to residents and their families.
• Ability to maintain composure and manage stress in the workplace, including dealing calmly and effectively with criticism and high-stress situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, stretch, and twist.
• Stamina to stand continuously for extended periods while cooking, plating, and serving meals.
• Ability to lift and carry pots, pans, trays, and food containers weighing up to 20 pounds as needed; regularly lift or carry up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for tasks such as pouring beverages, slicing, and handling kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety protocols to prevent burns, cuts, slips, and other kitchen accidents, including proper handling of knives, hot surfaces, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work with chemical and cleaning agents and tolerate temperature and humidity changes, including entering refrigerated storage areas and working near ovens, ranges, dishwashing machines, and steam tables.
• Required vision includes close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; visual acuity and color discrimination are needed to examine food and read menu extensions and tray cards accurately.
• Must be free from infections, open wounds, and communicable diseases.
• Work is performed onsite in a medical setting to prepare and serve food for residents.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, infectious waste, blood and body fluids, diseases, and conditions prevalent at the time.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a skilled nursing care facility or other medical facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing food, garnishes, snacks, and beverages according to approved menus and procedures.
• Coordinate with the cook to serve meals and follow food safety and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Follow menu extensions and portion-control guidelines, and monitor and record temperatures to reduce waste.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, and storage according to the assigned cleaning schedule.
• Monitor equipment temperatures daily and notify the supervisor when they are out of range.
• Bus dining areas and set up the dining room before each meal, keeping it clean and presentable.
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas, including food preparation surfaces, equipment, utensils, and storage areas, in compliance with health department regulations.
• Keep the nourishment room clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Work cooperatively with dietary staff, including the supervisor, cooks, dishwashers, and Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN), to support meal service, report resident concerns, and promote resident satisfaction.
• Follow facility policies and procedures, including infection-control protocols, safety regulations, and food-service quality-assurance measures.
• Participate in in-service sessions, training programs, and educational opportunities to enhance skills, food-safety knowledge, and professional development.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule set by the department supervisor or manager.
• Assist with stock delivery and rotation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED