Part-Time Day Dietary Aide

Good Shepherd Lutheran Services•Rushford, MN

2d•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Dietary Aide serves meals and beverages in the dining room according to tray cards and assists cooks with preparing trays or meals as needed. The role includes dishwashing and sorting, setting up and cleaning dining tables, operating kitchen appliances, putting away supplies and groceries, and maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen. The Dietary Aide follows Dietary Department policies and procedures, observes residents for changes in condition, and reports relevant information to the Charge Nurse. The position works under the supervision of the Cook and Dietary Manager and may perform other duties as directed by the manager. The work area is well lighted and well ventilated. The role may involve falls, strains, burns, exposure to heat and cold, contaminated articles, changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases. Physical activities include standing, stooping, lifting heavy items, bending, pushing, pulling, and walking short distances during the day. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and pays $19.10–$20.23 per hour. Hours are assigned by the manager and are limited to a maximum of 40 hours per week. No travel is required.

Requirements

Must be at least 15 years of age.
Must be able to read, write, follow oral and written instructions, and document completed tasks.
Must be able to follow directions given by the Cook and Manager.
Ability to work congenially with others, willingness to help others, and flexibility.
Sensitivity to the needs and feelings of residents and families; patience, gentleness, concern, sincerity, warmth, and friendliness.
Respect confidentiality and human life, individuality, differing feelings, and opinions.
Good health with emotional and mental maturity.
Positive attitude, accountability, integrity, tact, and diplomacy in interactions with residents, families, and coworkers.
Ability to accept supervision and responsibility and to rest calmly and work efficiently in new or stressful situations.
Good observational skills to notice changes in residents’ physical and mental condition.
Neat and well groomed; economical and careful with property and supplies.
Ability to stand, stoop, lift heavy items, bend, push, pull, and walk short distances during the day.
Ability to work with exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases.

Responsibilities

Wash and sort dishes.
Serve meals or beverages in the dining room according to tray cards and assist cooks with preparing trays or meals.
Set up dining room tables for meals and clean them after meals.
Operate the dishwasher, toasters, and microwave.
Follow established Dietary Department policies and procedures.
Maintain the kitchen area in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
Put away supplies and groceries as scheduled.
Follow safety rules when using equipment, including using potholders and safe procedures for cutting and slicing foods and using the mixer.
Use a ladder for items higher than eye level.
Know the location of the fire extinguisher and how to use it.
Follow proper lifting procedures and body mechanics.
Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition or other information to the Charge Nurse.
Perform other functions as required or directed by the manager.
Follow directions and work assignments from the Cook and Dietary Manager.