Dietary Aide / Cook Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

FOR A LIMITED TIME, OFFERING $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR FULL-TIME DIETARY POSITIONS!

You can have it all - a rewarding career, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement! Letcher Manor, in Whitesburg, KY, is seeking Dietary Aides to join our team!

Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community. At Letcher Manor, it is more than a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our residents on a daily basis. With a culture that is centered on teamwork and a mission to provide the highest quality care in a residential setting, you will find a sense of belonging and purpose.

Dietary Aide Responsibilities:

• Work with the Cook to implement recommended changes, assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by attending physicians, and assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies, and document observations, interventions and outcomes.
• Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc. to assure control of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in developing methods to determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Meet with the Dietary Supervisor to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and the improvement of services and assure that food service is properly maintained to meet the needs of residents.
• Assist the Cook in preparation of food.
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with portion control procedures, as well as for therapeutic diets in accordance with scheduled menus and sanitary regulations.
• Inspect diet trays to assure accuracy, portion control, appealing layout, etc., and evaluate kitchen and dietary area, etc. for upkeep, supply control, cleanliness and safety.
• Operate the dishwasher, clean the kitchen area and equipment.
• Report disrepair of dietary equipment, supplies, etc.

Dietary Aide Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred

Dietary Aide Benefits*:

• DailyPay - Work Today, Get Paid Today!
• Health, Dental and Vision
• Company-Paid Life
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Policies
• 401-K with Company Match
• Modified Compensation "Pay In Lieu of Benefits" Option
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education and Scholarship Opportunities
• Attendance Perks

*Benefit eligibility depends on employment status.

If you are interested in becoming a part of the Letcher Manor team, we invite you to apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer.