Dietary Aide

Heritage Manor Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility is looking for a dedicated Dietary Aide to join their team. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and assisting in food preparation. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in dietary roles. A flexible schedule is preferred, offering both full-time and part-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related experience or training in dietary roles.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Follows department procedures for storage of dishes and equipment.
• Ensures all food is labeled and dated correctly.
• Cleans food service equipment and storage areas.
• Maintains proper temperatures for food during preparation and service.

Skills

Knowledge of special diets

Food handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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We are looking for a full‑time and part‑time Dietary Aide. Flexible schedule, weekend availability. Pay rate starting at $16+/hr. DOE. Prefer skilled nursing facility experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows department procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.
• Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service and records food temperatures according to policy.
• Assists with the setup of the tray line, assembling trays according to menu, portion, resident preferences, diet order and within the established time schedules.
• Assists in checking trays during service for accuracy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 months of related experience or training.
• Knowledge of special diets.

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