Dietary Aide

Aperion Care; Cloverdale (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care is seeking a full-time Dietary Aide responsible for assisting with food functions and ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen. This entry-level role requires effective communication and a willingness to learn. Join a team dedicated to providing excellent care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must maintain sanitation and safety in food service areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food functions, prepare and serve meals according to menus.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the department.
• Perform dishwashing and serve food in the dining room.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Sanitation and safety in food service

Patience and tact

Willingness to learn

Job description

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SUMMARY: The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting with food functions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review, prepare, and serve meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders. Prepare and serve nutritional bedtime snacks and substitute foods for residents who refuse served foods, ensuring compliance with sanitary regulations.
2. Maintain cleanliness and safety in the department by ensuring equipment and supplies are well-maintained. Follow infection control precautions during daily tasks.
3. Perform dishwashing and cleaning procedures to ensure utensils and equipment are available for the next meal.
4. Prepare and deliver snacks, serve food and drinks in the dining room, and assist with food cart and tray delivery as instructed. Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen and dish area as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Maintain proper use of supplies and equipment, ensure sanitation, order, and safety in food service areas.
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and the ability to handle residents appropriately.
• Willingness to learn new methods and incorporate them into food practices.
• Must not pose a health or safety threat to others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Good sight and hearing, or use of prosthetics that enable these senses.
• Ability to lift and move at least 25 pounds and perform related physical tasks.
• Assist in emergency evacuations if necessary.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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