Compassionate Dietary Assistant: Resident Meals & Prep

Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center; Kenton (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 31,685,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center is seeking a dedicated team member to assist with meal preparation and service for adult and geriatric residents. You will support cooks, ensure proper portioning and timely meals, and help maintain high cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.

Responsibilities include following diet requirements, preparing cold items, and coordinating with dining staff to meet resident preferences and daily census.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors for adult/geriatric residents.
• Follows established departmental procedures in accordance with state regulations and policies.
• Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and diet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pre-preparation of foods for cooks to utilize.
• Assists cooks with meal preparation and service as necessary.
• Oversees pre-preparation of food and ensures meals are properly prepared.
• Prepares cold food as needed.
• Directs and serves individual portions for residents in dining room and tray service.
• Operates kitchen equipment as necessary.
• Monitors perishable foods and ensures proper storage and rotation.
• Performs cleaning assignments in kitchen or serving areas as scheduled or directed.
• Demonstrates ability to adjust shift assignments to meet resident and facility needs.

Job description

Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center is seeking a dedicated team member to assist with meal preparation and service for adult and geriatric residents. You will support cooks, ensure proper portioning and timely meals, and help maintain high cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.

Responsibilities include following diet requirements, preparing cold items, and coordinating with dining staff to meet resident preferences and daily census.