Dietary Aide

Job Description — Dietary Aide

Department: Dietary

Direct Report to: Dietary Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Aide is responsible for assisting with prepping, serving, and cleanup of client meals. As well as the cleanliness of the kitchen.

SCOPE:

Under the immediate supervision of the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists the Cooks in preparing/serving client's healthy meals to promote improved health and well-being of all clients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Have basic kitchen knowledge.

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.

Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.

Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate client admissions, census and needs of the facility. Must hold a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and provide own insured transportation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Apportions & places food servings on plates

Follow the established menu, by preparing and serving all food and beverages. Collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers Uses knives as directed

Monitors and records refrigeration and freezer temps

Uses test strips to check sanitizer levels in dish machine and three-compartment sink Sanitizes food contact surfaces throughout the shift

Completes cleaning assignments per cleaning schedule before going off-duty

Accommodates clients with reasonable dietary requests

Receives and puts up stock

Knowledgeable about kitchen fire safety features

Washes dishware, pots, pans and cooking utensils throughout the shift

Operates all equipment in a safe manner

Participates in performance improvement activities

Reports safety hazards to supervisor and or Executive Director

Complies with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety

Performs prep work for upcoming meals

Performs appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately Participate in cleaning & deep cleaning as instructed.

As this is not an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned as required by Patient and Facility needs.

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person