Dietary Aid

Manor Lake Hoschton; Hoschton (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Lake Hoschton in Georgia is seeking a dedicated dietary aide to assist in meal preparation, service and delivery for residents. You will help implement portion control, maintain cleanliness, support the Food Service Director, and ensure meals meet dietary guidelines and resident preferences.

The role requires basic English literacy, patience, and physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds, squat, reach and stand for extended periods while treating residents with dignity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.
• Know and use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances and floors.
• Assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items and placing clean items in storage.
• Assist in distributing and collecting menus and checking all trays for completeness and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Perform all daily tasks in accordance with Standards Precautions and sanitary policies.
• Maintain resident’s confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect.
• Know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules.
• Review and promptly report resident complaints and grievances.
• Dispose of food and waste according to policies and procedures.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood and body fluids.
• Any other tasks, assignments or requests as deemed by management.
• Ensure proper storage of raw and leftover foods; obtain food supplies for next meals.
• Promptly report hazardous conditions, equipment issues, accidents and incidents.

Skills

English literacy

Patience and empathy

Physical strength

Mobility and flexibility

Job description

Purpose

To provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed and instructed in accordance with established federal, state and local dietary regulations, policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

Job Functions

• Assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.
• Know and use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances and floors.
• Assist in dish and utensil washing and cleaning including gathering soiled items from carts, trays and dining areas and placing clean items in proper storage areas.
• Assist in distributing and collecting menus and checking all trays for completeness and accuracy of menu and diet preferences before distribution to residents.
• Perform all daily tasks in accordance with established Standards Precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintain resident’s confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect.
• Know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules.
• Review and promptly report to Food Service Director all resident complaints and grievances.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood and body fluids.
• Any other tasks, assignments, projects or requests as deemed by management.
• Ensure proper storage of raw and leftover foods; obtain food supplies for next meals.
• Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents to the food Service Director and/or the Executive Director.
• Assist the community’s Food Service Director as necessary and implement recommended changes as required ensuring that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.
• Must have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, and/or assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five pounds.
• Must be able to squat, reach and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking, standing.