Dietary Aide

SLP Operations, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

SLP Operations, LLC is seeking a Dietary Aide in Abilene, TX to assist with meal preparation, service, and kitchen sanitation in a long-term care setting.

You will help with portion control meals, verify diet requirements, and ensure safe storage. The role requires interacting with residents, families, and staff, and may involve evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare food service preferred.
• Must interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies.
• Must maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours.
• Must comply with local health regulations and complete health assessment.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.
• Fluent English required to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of meals and snacks per portion control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, floors, dishes, and utensils.
• Distribute menus and verify meal trays for accuracy and diet requirements.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food and supplies per safety standards.
• Follow Universal Precautions and sanitary, safety, and infection control policies.
• Promote residents’ rights and provide resident-centered care.
• Assist with inventory control and storage of incoming items.
• Attend training, educational activities, and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resident interaction

Attendance reliability

Job description

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, meal service, and the cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen and dining areas.

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, floors, dishes, and utensils.
• Distribute menus and verify meal trays for accuracy, including menu selections and prescribed diet requirements.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food and supplies in compliance with safety standards.
• Follow Universal Precautions and all sanitary, safety, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Understand, comply with, and promote all rules regarding residents’ rights.
• Ensure adequate food and supplies are available for upcoming meals; assist with inventory control and proper storage of incoming items.
• Attend and actively participate in training sessions, educational activities, and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, floors, dishes, and utensils.
• Distribute menus and verify meal trays for accuracy, including menu selections and prescribed diet requirements.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food and supplies in compliance with safety standards.
• Follow Universal Precautions and all sanitary, safety, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Understand, comply with, and promote all rules regarding residents’ rights.
• Ensure adequate food and supplies are available for upcoming meals; assist with inventory control and proper storage of incoming items.
• Attend and actively participate in training sessions, educational activities, and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in a healthcare food service setting preferred, long-term care experience a plus.
• Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
• Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the use of mechanical devices):
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
• Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Work Environment

• Long-term care facility setting.
• Exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs.
• May include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Core Competencies

• Resident-centered care
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Team collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Cultural sensitivity and respect

Employer Statement

The facility is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.