Lead Dietary Aide

Acts Retirement-Life Communities • Huntsville, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Lead Dietary Aide position. In this role, you will be responsible for fostering an environment of hospitality for residents and guests under the direction of the Nutrition Services Manager. Responsible for the accuracy of diets and meal service in the absence of the manager. Works alongside Dietitians, Managers, and Chefs to help prepare food for residents. Prepares and serves therapeutically correct diets while following established menu guidelines. May perform some short order cooking for meal service. Responsible for enforcing all policies and ensuring regulatory guidelines for safe food handling and sanitation are in place.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in a food or healthcare setting
• ServeSafe Certification (or willing to obtain within the three-month introductory period)

Responsibilities

• Fostering an environment of hospitality for residents and guests under the direction of the Nutrition Services Manager.
• Ensuring the accuracy of diets and meal service in the absence of the manager.
• Working alongside Dietitians, Managers, and Chefs to help prepare food for residents.
• Preparing and serving therapeutically correct diets while following established menu guidelines.
• Performing short order cooking for meal service.
• Enforcing all policies and ensuring regulatory guidelines for safe food handling and sanitation are in place.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Scholarship awards
• Professional development programs
• University partnerships
• Referral and discount programs
• Appreciation events
• Wellness initiatives
• Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability programs
• 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment)
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED