Nutrition Assistant

On Lok•San Francisco, CA

8d•$26 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

On Lok PACE is a non-profit organization dedicated to the care of elders through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). PACE was developed to address the challenges of caring for frail seniors, believing it is best for their well-being and their families to be served within their community. PACE participants receive in-home care services and transportation to an On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services. The organization seeks to improve lives and advance healthcare by bringing together a team of leaders. This POSITION SUMMARY outlines the role of the Nutrition Assistant, who works under the direction of the Dietitian & Food Service Manager. The Nutrition Assistant provides oversight in the kitchen to ensure dietary compliance, and offers administrative and project coordination support. This role requires applying professional skills, knowledge, and judgment to perform a wide range of special diet preparation and administrative duties.

Requirements

ServeSafe Certification
Minimum High school graduate or general education diploma (GED).
Minimum of one year of related experience preferred with preparation to meet special dietary needs
Computer proficient in MS Office Suite and using the Internet required
Good judgment, ability to work under pressure. Demonstrates leadership abilities, creativity and flexibility.
Strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Nutrition/Dietetics-related background preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares food provided by contractor to assure proper consistency, texture and food preference according to care plan
Assigns work to and oversees work of Kitchen Helper to assure that food is provided in a timely and correct manner and kitchen standards for preparation and cleanliness are upheld
Assist Dietitian by ordering and monitoring supplies, meals and supplements, printing meal cards, preparing menus, notifying appropriate staff of diet changes, and collecting nutrition related data for Dietitian
Conducts weekly QA/kitchen inspection and assist with implementation of quality improvement plans
Maintains administrative files and other related records
Other related duties as assigned