Dietary Aide

We currently have an opening for a full-time position in our Food Services Department at CenterPointe Hospital Columbia. Working a flexible schedule, the Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in the preparation, service and clean-up of meals for inpatients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle. Duties include cold food production, serving hot and cold food, putting away deliveries, operating the dish machine and slicer and general sanitation of the kitchen. Shifts are 6A-2P or 10A-6P with rotating weekends.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

• Routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen, dining or serving areas.

• Properly prepare, serve and store food in accordance with facility policies.

• Ensure compliance with state or federal regulations.

• Prepare foods according to standardized recipes and approved menu.

• Utilize service methods and food handling techniques to ensure quality.

• Understand and apply the sanitation procedures needed to provide a safe and healthy environment.

• Adhere to menu compliance, special diet compliance and report any dietary non-compliance, concern or complaint of patients to dietician, supervisor or manager.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.