Dietary and Food Aide

Sevita•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Explore Numerous Nearby Locations for Your Convenience! Schedule an Interview First - Apply Afterwards DISCOVER CAREERS, WELL LIVED. Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Caregiver, you’ll provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to help them live well in their community and environment. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of clinical staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS The MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission. SUMMARY Assists in the food preparation and serving of meals to individuals receiving services, maintains and cleans the kitchen and dining area, and provides assistance in a manner that supports the personal dignity of the individuals.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Learns standard dietary practices and skills through active on-the-job training under more experienced staff.
Prepares all menu items using established departmental policies and procedures.
Assures presentation and preparation of all menu items adhere to established standards, procedures and policies.
Develops and maintains adequate food/supplies, orders as required.
Maintains appearance of all equipment and serving utensils.
Maintains cleanliness of kitchen area on an on-going basis.
Reports any hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents to supervisor.
Adheres to policy requiring the timely reporting of individual receiving services and/or employee injuries evidenced by his/her attendance at orientation and annual mandatory education programs.
Understands, complies with, and promotes all rules regarding individuals’ rights.
Promotes independence, choice, and empowerment of individuals receiving services and treats individuals with dignity and respect.
Performs other related duties and activities as required.