Food and Nutrition Service Aide

Full-time position with competitive wages

DUTIES OF A DIETARY AIDE:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares patient trays according to instructions/orders.
• Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and dietary requirements.
• Employs proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food, setting up, or serving trays.
• Cleans, washes, and sanitizes dishes, flatware, and utensils used to serve patients and others.
• Assists in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dish washing area.
• Cleans work area and equipment as assigned.
• Puts up stock in food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned.
• Delivers food, nourishments, and supplies to Nursing Units and other areas as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS OF A DIETARY AIDE:

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possesses a High School Diploma or sufficient knowledge and education to perform job functions.
• Experience in Dietary Department, large volume food preparation, and service preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with other staff members, referral sources, residents, their families, and physicians.
• Has no findings of resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property listed on the registry.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.