Dietary Aide

Job Description

Job Description

NOW HIRING DIETARY AIDES 

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!!

Located on a four-acre campus with a large, wooded park and picnic area in historic Huntingburg, The Waters is a welcoming 95-bed community that features comfortably spacious resident rooms.  We have 37 private rooms and an additional 58 semi-private beds.  Residents and families alike enjoy our cheerful, sun-filled community areas.  When the weather is nice, our beautifully landscaped grounds offer an enjoyable place to interact with family, friends, and residents.  The facility also has a large, enclosed courtyard for resident and visitor use.  Whether is 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 (Vacation, Sick, Holiday and Birthday Pay)

PTO Cash Out Option

Payactiv (Get paid next day)

Attendance Bonus (Paid Every Pay Period)

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and More)

401K

Wonderful Team to Work With!

Tuition Reimbursement

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties:

Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance at designated meal times

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, Rerigerators, Plate Warmer, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Can Opener, and a Three Compartment Sink

Other duties as assigned by the Dietary Supervisor

Role Responsibilities - Interpersonal Skills:

Is aware of and adheres to Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information

Interacts with resident and family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in nonjudgmental, supportive and calm manner

Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional manner

Develops and maintains a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as with other departments within the facility to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents

Creates and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning

Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law

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.