Dietary Aide

Alpine Health and Rehabilitation of Asheboro; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is looking for a dedicated Food Service Aid to assist with food preparation and service to residents. The role entails ensuring food quality, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to dietary requirements. Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of a 10th-grade education and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food according to planned menu.
• Assembles trays adhering to dietary orders.
• Maintains cleanliness of food service equipment.

Skills

Food handling

Communication

Tactfulness

Education

10th grade education

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Food Service Aid

FLSA: Hourly Non-Exempt

Generally reports to: Dietary Manager

The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Summary

Assists the Dietary Manager and Cook in the preparation and service of food to residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or pre-portion and serves food (such as beverages, salads, desserts, and other items assigned by the supervisor) for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu and production sheets, and as directed.
• Assembles trays according to the planned menu, tray tickets, stated portion, resident food preferences, and diet orders, within established time schedules.
• Prepares, stores, and disposes of food using proper food handling, labeling, and safety techniques according to policies and procedures.
• Ensures food is served attractively and appetizingly. Uses proper tasting techniques to ensure quality and palatability prior to service.
• Maintains proper food temperatures during preparation and service; records food temperatures according to policy.
• Delivers meals and nourishment to designated facility locations.
• Washes dishes manually and/or in automatic dishwashers, recording wash/rinse temperatures and chemical levels.
• Performs cleaning assignments as per policies, using proper chemicals.
• Maintains food service equipment and workspaces in a clean and safe condition at all times.
• Completes work within specified time frames.

Entry Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• At least a 10th-grade education.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the public. Ability to interpret and implement written and oral programs, goals, policies, and procedures of the Dietary Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Physical Demands and Environment

Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, walk, and stand intermittently. May be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, noise, wet floors, and potential hazards such as cuts, burns, infectious diseases, and chemical exposure. May occasionally lift or move items up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.