Dietary Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be able to speak and understand English
• None

Nice To Haves

• Positive attitude toward the elderly and coworkers

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and service of foods.
• Know and use portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning.
• Assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items and placing clean items in proper storage areas.
• Assist in checking all trays/plates for completeness and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Ensure proper storage of foods. Ensure that all food storage, preparation, and distribution areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged.
• Perform all daily tasks in accordance with established Universal Precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents to the Activities & Food Service Director and/or Administrator.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure resident, patient, visitor, and employee safety while performing all duties and responsibilities.
• Maintain Resident and Patient Confidentiality.
• Know and comply with Residents' Rights rules.
• Treat Residents, Patients, Visitors and Co-workers with kindness, dignity and respect at all times.
• Attend and participate in orientation, training, mandatory education, in-services, staff meetings and education courses as instructed to further improve knowledge and skills.
• Promote teamwork; encourage others to work to the best of their ability; assist with training of new co-workers, if needed.
• Have a positive attitude; be willing to accept change; follow facility rules, regulations and job assignments; accept suggestions well for work improvement; perform well with minimum supervision; do what is requested without complaint; cooperate with supervisor(s) and show respect at all times; speak well of company and job.
• Lack of absences and tardiness; request changes to schedule infrequently; give timely notice of absences; take allowed time for breaks; willingly come in when called.
• Follow company dress code.