Dietary Aide

Senior Lifestyle•Auburn, ME

7d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The Dietary Aide provides assistance with food service functions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures. The role follows Senior Lifestyle Corporation’s Dining Policy and Procedures and reports to the Director of Dining Services, while also taking direction from pertinent management personnel. Duties include serving meals and snacks, supporting meal preparation and inventory, maintaining dining and kitchen areas, and following food safety and health regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Entry-level experience of 0–3 years.
Food service or hospitality experience.
ServSafe certification or certification required by the local, county, or state department.
Ability to communicate verbally and clearly with management, coworkers, and residents, including those with hearing or cognitive impairments.
Basic cooking and meal-preparation skills.
Thorough understanding of service techniques and requirements.
Ability to seek instruction when needed.
Ability to interpret written, oral, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Fundamental understanding of therapeutic diets, sanitation, and service.
Ability to interact patiently and positively with people with varied personalities.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, guests, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

Follow Senior Lifestyle Corporation Dining Policy and Procedures and the Dining Services Policy and Procedure Manual.
Serve food according to portion-control procedures, prescribed modified or therapeutic diets, nutrition and hydration requirements, and resident preferences.
Assist with or serve meals promptly, ensuring food is appetizing and accurate, including resident room service and service in designated dining areas.
Set up, deliver, and verify the accuracy of meal trays, food carts, and dining areas; remove soiled items and equipment after meals and deliver them to the dishwashing area.
Distribute and collect menus as needed for each meal period.
Help obtain food supplies for upcoming meals, assist cooks with menu-item preparation, prepare and deliver snacks and other items, and assist with inventory control and stocking.
Follow safety precautions for food preparation and back-injury prevention.
Perform kitchen utility duties, including sweeping and mopping floors, bussing items to the dish room, washing and cleaning small wares and equipment, sanitizing work areas and surfaces, and removing garbage.
Keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazards; ensure dining areas are clean and operating safely.
Follow company and local, state, and county health department regulations.
Attend required training, in-services, and staff meetings, and meet department training standards through Redi-Learning or other required modules.