Dietary Aide

Crescent Manor; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid time Off

401K with employer contribution

Job summary

Crescent Manor is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal service, portion control, and cleaning duties in a nursing and rehab facility in Southern Vermont. The role supports resident meals and diet preferences while adhering to sanitary and infection control policies.

Must be at least 16, able to read/write/speak English, and maintain a respectful attitude toward residents. Evening and weekend shifts may include differentials and access to earned wages prior to payday.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Patient, friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude toward the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, service and delivery of meals and snacks.
• Use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.
• Assist in daily 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.

Skills

English fluency

Patience & kindness

Positive attitude toward elderly

Job description

Dietary Aide - $2.00 evening/weekend Shift Differentials

Access Earned Wages prior to Payday!!!

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.

Job Functions and 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 from carts, trays and dining areas and placing clean items in proper storage areas.


• Assist in distributing 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.


• 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 Administrator.


• 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 16 years of age or older

Must read, write, speak and understand English.

Patience, friendliness, 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.

Benefits for Full Time employees

• Health Insurance


• Dental and Vision Insurance


• Long/Short Term Disability


• Life Insurance


• Paid time Off

401K with employer contribution

About Us

Crescent Manor is a 90 bed Nursing and Rehab facility located in Southern Vermont close to the New York and Massachusetts borders. We are proud to offer top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.