Food & Nutrition Specialist

Colorow Care Center•Olathe, CO

3d•$15 - $19

About The Position

The Food & Nutrition Specialist assists with food-service functions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations for long-term care and assisted living facilities. Following policies and procedures set by the Food and Nutrition Services Manager, the role supports food preparation, serving balanced meals, and maintaining clean and sanitary dining and work areas. The position involves working with residents, families, visitors, facility personnel, medical and nursing staff, and department supervisors. The work takes place in well-lighted and ventilated areas that may be warm and noisy. The specialist may work beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, or temporarily in other positions as needed, and may be called back during emergencies. On-the-job training is provided.

Requirements

Must possess at least an 8th-grade education.
On-the-job training is provided.
Knowledge of Google and Microsoft operating system platforms.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and customer service.
Must meet the facility's general health requirements, including a mental and physical examination.
Must be able to taste and smell food to assess its quality and palatability.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet, and move or carry that weight at least 50 feet.
Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and sometimes hostile people.
May need to assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Assist the cook in preparing appetizing meals according to established portion-control procedures.
Set up and deliver meal trays and food carts to designated areas.
Help check diet trays before distribution.
Serve food in the dining room as instructed.
Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, floors, dishes, and utensils.
Remove food trays from carts and dining rooms.
Perform dishwashing and cleaning procedures.
Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.
Take out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment.
Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste or blood and body fluids.
Follow health-code requirements for dress and jewelry.
Assist with or direct daily and scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Attend and participate in mandatory facility in-service training and continuing education programs.
Participate in departmental studies and projects as assigned or needed.
Maintain the confidentiality of resident-care information, including protected health information.
Demonstrate caring interactions with coworkers, residents, families, and visitors.
Maintain supplies and equipment and the appearance of work areas; regularly inspect food-service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
Maintain liaison with other department directors to plan food services and activities adequately.
Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergencies when necessary.