Dietary Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, and family members.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must possess knowledge of elementary math. (ex. Counting trays)

Nice To Haves

• 1-5 years of experience as a Dietary Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assure all food and departmental supplies are ordered and received in a timely manner to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Assure presentation of all meals according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Provide service to residents, visitors, and staff in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Serve meals on a timely basis, in the proper portion size and the correct temperature and quality.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution and bring any sub-standard quality food to the attention of the Director of Culinary Services and properly discard.
• Prepare and deliver snacks.
• Maintain work area in sanitary condition.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Clean work surfaces, meat blocks, refrigerators and freezers.
• Assist with floor maintenance for the kitchen and dining room.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Wash, dry and store utensils, dishes, trays and supplies.
• Clean and maintain all kitchen equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain the appearance of the dietary services area.
• Performs regular inspections of the dietary services area for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Percentage of 401(k) matched by company
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• HSA
• FSA
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on auto, home, and pet insurance