Dietary Aide

Cadia Healthcare; Dover (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare in Dover, DE is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team. You will assist with meal service, support dietary staff, and help ensure meals meet resident needs and dietary restrictions.

This role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and timely delivery of meals. Prior kitchen or food service experience is helpful; ServSafe certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling, preparation and service.
• Understanding of local health and sanitation and safety codes is beneficial.
• ServSafe certification preferred; Allergens certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Follow federal and state long-term care regulations and Dietary Department policies & procedures.
• Prepare and serve meals, check diet trays for accuracy and allergies.
• Set up meal trays, carts, dining room, and assist in dishwashing/cleaning.
• Deliver meals to resident rooms or tables and clear trays.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Meal service

Allergen awareness

Sanitation practices

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dover, DE 19904Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team!Cadia rewards it's employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER

Benefits Competitive Salary Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family 401k Retirement With Company Match Company Paid Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage Referral Bonuses and More! Employee Perks Program Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets! Free and Discounted Employee Meals Tuition Reimbursement In Facility Training/Inservice Programs Employee Assistance Program Free Will/Estate Preparation Services Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services Verizon Wireless Discount Costco Membership Discount (DE only) Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)

Position Description

The primary purpose of the Dietary Aide is to provide assistance in all dietary functions/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures. Dietary aides serve resident meals and snacks on a daily basis and support our dietary food service team as they verify that the proper food is served to the right resident - looking out for allergies, special needs, and requests. Other duties may include delivering meals to resident rooms or tables on a timely basis, clearing trays, taking part in cleaning routines, and reading meal tickets.

Duties and Responsibilities

Follow Federal and State long term care regulations and Dietary Department policies & procedures. Perform work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Food Service Director and/or Cook. Provide assistance to the cook and other dietary staff in the preparation and service of meals as assigned. Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed. Set up a steam table, serve food in dining as instructed. Assist in checking diet trays before distribution for errors regarding diet and allergies. Deliver and collect food carts, trays, etc. to/ from designated areas. Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure utensils, etc. are available for the next meal.

Qualifications

Knowledge of food handling, preparation and service. Knowledge of local and state health and sanitation and safety codes is beneficial. Basic understanding of kitchen cookware and appliances. Previous cooking experience recommended. ServSafe certified; and ServSafe Allergens certification recommended.