Dietary Aide

Dietary Services Team Member

This role requires individuals with a passion for food service, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to adapt to the unique demands of a healthcare setting. The Dietary Services Team Members play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive nutritious and appetizing meals, contributing to their overall well-being during their stay in the hospital.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Certified Dietary Manager or Culinary training or certification is a plus.

• Food handler's permit or equivalent.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for servers handling patient meal delivery.

• Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a kitchen or food service setting.

• Previous experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

• Skills:

• Culinary skills with the ability to prepare a variety of dishes.

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation:

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and therapeutic diet guidelines.

• Ensure that meals are presented attractively and meet quality standards.

• Special Diet Accommodation:

• Accommodate special dietary requests and restrictions based on patient needs.

• Collaborate with dietary services coordinator to understand and implement therapeutic diets.

• Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness:

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper storage and handling of food.

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• Meal Service:

• Assist in the timely and accurate delivery of meals to patients.

• Provide friendly and respectful service to patients while considering individual dietary preferences and restrictions.

• Collaboration with Dietary Team:

• Work closely with the dietary services coordinator and nutrition team to communicate patient dietary needs and preferences.

• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.

• Adherence to Dietary Standards:

• Follow established guidelines for portion control and food quality.

• Ensure that meals align with prescribed therapeutic diets and nutrition goals.

• Customer Interaction:

• Interact with patients in a positive and courteous manner during meal delivery.

• Address patient inquiries and concerns regarding meals.

• Adaptability:

• Adapt to changes in meal plans, menu modifications, and special requests.

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Teamwork:

• Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff, servers, and dietary services coordinator to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

• Communicate effectively with other team members to meet patient dietary requirements.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Provide feedback on meal quality and suggest improvements.

• Participate in ongoing training to enhance culinary and customer service skills.

Other duties as assigned.

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person