Residential Dietary Aide - Evenings - Per Diem

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

55d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Bolster Heights Residential Care is looking for a Dietary Aide to Join Us for a Per Diem Role! This position pays $18.00/hr Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center, and other high-quality clinical services. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application! Responsibilities Position Summary: Responsible for the assistance in all aspects of meal preparation as directed by the Charge Cook. Provides prompt and accurate assistance to the department to maintain a high quality of meals and service to all residents. Follows established policies, procedures of the facility. Follows established safe food handling practices.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write and follow directions.
Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of meals and snacks as directed by the Charge Cook or Director of Personal Care Services.
Assists in washing dishes following meal service.
Assists cook in pot and pan washing.
Assists cook in preparation and serving meals to the residents.
Responsible for cleaning assigned areas and mopping floors following sanitation and safety techniques.
Assists in tray assembly, tray/cart delivery, dining room service and clean up.
Assists with in between meal nourishment preparation.
May assist in receiving and storage of food supplies.
Other duties as assigned by cook and/or Director of Personal Care Services.
Must be able to understand and follow directions during meal preparation.
Understands and follows/complies with diets as prescribed by physician.
Assists in the processing of selective menus as directed.
Customer Service: Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.
Maintains a pleasant and helpful demeanor, and presents a professional appearance toward all internal and external customers at all times.
Consistently initiates interaction to provide assistance to individuals who may not be direct customers of the employee (i.e. asks patients who appear to be lost if they need assistance in finding their way).
Takes appropriate action to recover from a service difficulty, ensuring that the necessary action is taken to affect a resolution to the customer’s problem.
Conducts all work activities with respect for coworkers, including the maintenance of a pleasant and professional environment, fostering calmness during stressful situations.
Interacts with supervisory personnel in a professional, supportive and courteous manner, venting emotions appropriate to time and place.
Demonstrates a commitment to service by consistent attendance and punctuality, scheduling absences according to departmental requirements, and incurring unplanned absences only when unavoidable circumstances exist.