Dietary Aide

Eagle Point; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Eagle Point in Clinton, IA, is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals while ensuring that dietary needs are met. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a clean kitchen environment and collaborating with healthcare professionals to promote resident well-being. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented to ensure meals are prepared according to dietary guidelines.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with residents and staff.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks like lifting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages following specific procedures.
• Serve meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene.
• Maintain knowledge of state-specified rules and regulations.
• Assist with dining area setup and kitchen cleaning.
• Take inventory of kitchen supplies and food items.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description:

Come join our dedicated team! Newly increased starting wages at Eagle Point Nursing & Rehabilitation! A dietary aide is responsible for preparing and serving meals, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Dietary Aides play a crucial role in ensuring that residents receive nutritious meals that cater to their individual dietary needs while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. Their responsibilities encompass meal preparation, dietary monitoring, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals to promote the health and well-being of residents.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing meals, snacks and beverages following specific procedures
• Serving meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times
• Staying current on the individual procedures and protocols for their facilities, including state-specified rules and regulations
• Setting up and taking down dining areas and assisting with kitchen maintenance and general cleaning
• Taking inventory of kitchen supplies and food items

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Dietary aides must be detail-oriented to ensure that meals are prepared according to specific dietary guidelines.
• Strong verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with residents and other staff members.
• The role often requires standing for long periods and performing physical tasks such as lifting and carrying food trays.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Experience

Entry Level (0-2 years)

Benefits / Perks:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance

Location:

Clinton, IA