Dietary Aide

Martin county health care facility; Inez (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company-Ma

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Health, Vision, & Dental

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education and ScholarshipOp

Job summary

Martin County Health Care Facility is seeking a Dietary Aide to join our dietary team. Various shifts are available, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time work in a collaborative residential-care setting.

Responsibilities include assisting in menu planning with the Cook, monitoring dietary needs, documenting observations, and maintaining safety and quality in food service. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive, family-like culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Cook to implement approved diet menus and assure food for preparation by cooks.
• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies and document observations and outcomes.
• Complete forms and reports to assure control of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in developing methods to determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Meet with the Dietary Supervisor to identify and correct problems and improve services.
• Assist the Cook in preparation of food.
• Serve meals that are palatable and follow portion control and therapeutic diets.
• Inspect diet trays for accuracy and layout; maintain kitchen and dietary area cleanliness and safety.
• Operate the dishwasher and report disrepair of equipment and supplies.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dishwasher

Job description

Martin County Health Care Facility is currently seeking a Dietary Aides to join our dietary team. Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community. It’s more than a job - it’s an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our residents on a daily basis. With a culture that is centered on teamwork and a mission to provide the highest quality care in a residential setting, you will find a sense of belonging and purpose.

Dietary Aide Schedule:

• Various shifts available
• Full-time or Part-time

Dietary Aide Responsibilities:

• Work with the Cook to implement recommended changes, assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by attending physicians, and assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies, and document observations, interventions and outcomes.
• Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc. to assure control of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in developing methods to determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Meet with the Dietary Supervisor to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and the improvement of services, and assure that food service is properly maintained to meet the needs of residents.
• Assist the Cook in preparation of food.
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with portion control procedures, as well as for therapeutic diets in accordance with scheduled menus and sanitary regulations.
• Inspect diet trays to assure accuracy, portion control, appealing layout, etc., and evaluate kitchen and dietary area, etc. for upkeep, supply control, cleanliness and safety.
• Operate the dishwasher, clean the kitchen area and equipment.
• Report disrepair of dietary equipment, supplies, etc.

Dietary Aide Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Dietary Aide Employee Benefits*:

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Because we value each and every employee, we are proud to offer the following benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Health, Vision, & Dental
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Modified Compensation "Pay in Lieu of Benefits" Option
• Perfect Attendance Perks
• Continuing Education and Scholarship Opportunities

*Benefit eligibility depends on employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employer.