Dietary Aide

Northway Health And Rehabilitation LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Northway Health and Rehabilitation LLC is seeking a Dietary Aide in Birmingham to support residents with meals, tray delivery, and sanitary kitchen operations. You will help ensure meals meet dietary guidelines while maintaining a clean dining environment.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, adherence to infection control, and assisting with daily kitchen tasks in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, service, and delivery of meals and snacks.
• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning duties, including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors.
• Wash dishes and utensils; collect soiled trays and items from dining areas and properly store cleaned items.
• Check trays for completeness and accuracy according to menu and resident dietary preferences prior to meal distribution.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of raw and leftover foods.
• Support and carry out sanitation and infection control procedures.
• Follow all Universal Precautions, safety guidelines, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention policies.

Skills

Patience

English proficiency

Follow instructions

18+ age

Essential duties

Job description

Northway Health and Rehabilitation, where caring is more than a profession! It's our purpose!

Position Overview: Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide plays an important role in supporting the health and well-being of residents by assisting with meal preparation, meal service, sanitation, and overall kitchen operations. This position helps ensure meals are prepared and delivered accurately, safely, and in accordance with dietary guidelines while maintaining a clean and sanitary environment.

Qualifications

1. Patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward the elderly and disabled
2. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English
3. Ability to follow oral and written instructions
4. Must be at least 18 years of age
5. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist with the preparation, service, and delivery of meals and snacks
2. Perform daily and scheduled cleaning duties, including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors
3. Wash dishes and utensils; collect soiled trays and items from dining areas and properly store cleaned items
4. Check trays for completeness and accuracy according to menu and resident dietary preferences prior to meal distribution
5. Ensure proper storage and handling of raw and leftover foods
6. Support and carry out sanitation and infection control procedures
7. Follow all Universal Precautions, safety guidelines, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention policies

Benefits

1. Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance
2. Vision Insurance
3. Life Insurance
4. Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
5. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

If you enjoy working in long-term care, value strong benefits and growth opportunities, and want to be part of a close-knit team that truly cares, we would love to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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