Compassionate Dietary Aide — Meal Prep & Guest Service

Lake Mills Care Center; Lake Mills (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Mills Care Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to support the dietary department in preparing meals, serving guests and staff, and maintaining a clean, sanitary environment. This non-exempt role reports to the Director of Dietary Services and participates in QAPI-related activities to ensure quality nutrition services.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience as a Dietary Aide and Food Sanitation Certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience as a Dietary Aide (preferred).
• Food Sanitation Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals and beverages.
• Participate in the food tray line and prepare trays according to diet cards.
• Assist with loading food carts and serving meals to Guests and staff.
• Bag and store food items as directed.
• Clean and wrap silverware, inspecting each piece for cleanliness.
• Bus and clean tables after meal times throughout the facility.
• Scrape, wash, and rack unclean dishes and utensils.
• Assist in the operation of the dishwashing machine.
• Sort and stack clean dishes and inspect for cleanliness.
• Place clean dishes, utensils and cutlery in proper storage.
• Set up tables with tablecloths, silverware, and water cups.
• Dispose of waste into proper containers per sanitation guidelines.
• Keep work area clean and free of hazards; report malfunctions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Sanitation Certification

Job description

Lake Mills Care Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to support the dietary department in preparing meals, serving guests and staff, and maintaining a clean, sanitary environment. This non-exempt role reports to the Director of Dietary Services and participates in QAPI-related activities to ensure quality nutrition services.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience as a Dietary Aide and Food Sanitation Certification.