Dietary Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Woodland Oaks Health Care Facility is currently 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 Woodland Oaks, 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.

• 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:

• It is preferred that Cooks and Dietary Aides have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Dietary Aide Benefits*:

Because we value each and every employee, Woodland Oaks is happy to offer the following benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Health, Vision, & Dental
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Perfect Attendance Perks
• Contiuing Educaiton and Scholarship Opportunites
• Modified Compensation Option

*Benefit eligibility depends on employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employer.