Dietary Aide - Full Time

Summary of Duties

Provide assistance in dietary preparation and cleanup for residents and guests of the Community.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning, including carry out garbage and keeping work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.

• Clean and set up trays, food carts, the dining room, etc. as instructed.

• Work as a Cook as directed.

• Maintain proper temperature of food during preparation and service.

• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.

• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.

• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for the next meal.

• Prepare food and supplies for the next meal.

• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.

• Assist in inventory and storing of food, supplies, etc., and maintain food storage areas in a clean, properly-arranged manner at all times.

• Assist in food preparation for special events.

• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.

• Make only authorized food substitutions.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. No experience required. On-the-job training provided. Must complete Serve Safe Program.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.

• Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

• Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.