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Outcome HC in Eatontown, NJ is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation, portioning according to prescribed diet orders, and honoring resident preferences. You will support cooks and ensure meals align with therapeutic diets while maintaining resident comfort and dignity.
Additional duties include delivering meals, serving residents, cleaning and sanitizing work areas, monitoring temperatures, labeling leftovers, and reporting any dietary discrepancies to the supervisor.
Meal Preparation & Portioning: Assist cooks with basic food preparation, portion food according to prescribed menu and therapeutic diet orders (e.g., low-sodium, pureed, diabetic), and honor resident preferences when possible.
Food Delivery & Serving: Deliver food carts, trays, and snacks to resident rooms or the main dining room. Serve food in the dining room and assist residents with setting up meals (e.g., opening cartons, arranging utensils).
Sanitation & Cleaning: Clean and sanitize workstations, dining tables, counters, kitchen appliances, and food carts. Wash dishes, silverware, and cooking utensils, and properly store them. Sweep, mop, and take out trash.
Safety & Compliance: Follow all infection control, food safety, and OSHA regulations. Monitor and record food temperatures and ensure leftovers are properly labeled, dated, and stored.
Communication: Report any dietary discrepancies, resident complaints, or equipment issues to the dietary supervisor or nursing staff. Interact positively with residents, families, and staff.