Dietary Aide (Full-Time, Day Shift)
About The Position
The DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Food Service Worker to help ensure residents receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. Under direct supervision, the role assists with food preparation, tray assembly, meal delivery, cleaning, and dish room responsibilities. The schedule is 6:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with work every other weekend and alternating holidays. No previous experience is required; 1–3 weeks of training is provided. A current CPR certification is required, along with ongoing in-service education and orientation. A physical exam and two tuberculin skin tests must be completed within 10 days of hire.
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and speak English and follow oral and written English instructions.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Positive and respectful communication with residents, families, and coworkers.
- Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding, and detail-oriented work.
- Current CPR certification.
- Completion of ongoing in-service education and orientation.
- Physical exam and two tuberculin skin tests completed within 10 days of hire.
- Ability to safely perform all essential job functions, with or without accommodation.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
Responsibilities
- Prepare minor food items, nourishments, and snacks.
- Participate in tray-line setup, tray assembly, and meal delivery.
- Assist residents with tray preparation according to established procedures.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dining areas, carts, pots, pans, and utensils.
- Safely operate kitchen tools and equipment, including dish machines, blenders, and ovens.
- Sweep and mop, remove trash, and perform routine and special cleaning duties.
- Note and record resident meal intakes.
- Follow the dress code and maintain a neat, professional appearance.
- Attend required meetings, in-services, and orientation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Understand and follow facility emergency procedures and assist with evacuations and safety-related tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
