Dietary Aide (Healthcare)

The Waters of Clifty Falls is a welcoming community that features comfortably spacious private and semi-private resident rooms. Plus, we also offer 19 private rehabilitation suites for our patients in the Transitional Care Unit. Residents and families alike enjoy our cheerful, sun-filled community areas.Whether it's helping new residents to adjust to this new phase of life, administering medical treatments or performing clinical assessments, our staff members work diligently to support and preserve each person's independence. Benefits: Paid Time Off PTO Cash Out Option Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and More) Wonderful Team to Work With! ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties: Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance at designated mealtimes Sets up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed Assists in checking diet trays before distribution Assists in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis Prepares and delivers snacks, etc., as instructed Serves food in accordance with established portion control procedures Distributes and collects menus as necessary Delivers food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas Serves food in dining room as instructed Assists cook in preparing meals Assists in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc. Makes only authorized food substitutions Completes competence in portion control, food temperatures, and tray card procedures Must understand how to read and execute the diet spreadsheets Removes food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area Performs dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assures that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures Cleans work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc. Sweeps and mops floors as directed Carries soiled utensils, etc., to wash area Washes and cleans utensils as directed Returns clean utensils to proper storage areas Carries out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc. Must be able to use the current Diet Manual to resolve a diet issue in the absence of the Supervisor Works with the facility's dietitian/Dietary Supervisor as necessary and implement recommended changes as required Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies Ensures that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available Dietary Aide Assists in inventorying and storing incoming food, supplies, etc., as necessary Participates in and assists in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, in-service training programs, etc., as directed Must be proficient in the use of the following equipment and the cleaning of this equipment: Blender, Toaster, Freezers, Oven & Range, Steam table, Refrigerators, Plate Warmer, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Can Opener, and a Three Compartment Sink Other duties as assigned by the Dietary Supervisor EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Must be 16 years of age or older and have a work permit Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when appropriate circumstances arise Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public Must be able to follow oral and written instructions Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Waters Of Huntingburg