Dietary Aid

Paycom - ATS; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Grand Junction, CO is hiring a Dietary Aide to support all dietary functions under the supervision of the facility dietitian and kitchen staff. You will help serve meals, follow portion controls, and support daily meal prep and cleanup.

The role involves serving meals, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and assisting with meal preparation and cleanup. A high school diploma or GED is required; kitchen and cleaning experience are preferred, and a background check and drug test are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Kitchen experience preferred.
• Cleaning experience preferred.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals palatable and appetizing.
• Assist in serving meals and ensuring timely service.
• Assist cook in meal preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and utensils.
• Follow portion control procedures.
• Assist with dishwashing and waste disposal.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cleaning experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81505, Salary Range: $15.16 - $16.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, The Dietary Aide is responsible for providing assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

Administrative Functions

• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommend changes as required.
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed.

Dietary Service

• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Wash and clean utensils as directed.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Assist cook in preparing meals.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
• Obtain food supplies for next meal.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
• Serve food in dining room as instructed.
• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal.
• Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.

Working Conditions

• Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisors.
• Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• Maintain a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for dietary services/activities.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Miscellaneous

• Make only authorized food substitutions.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED-required
• Kitchen Experience-preferred
• Cleaning Experience-preferred
• Must pass background check and drug test-required