Dietary Aide

The Hilltop at Blue River; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hilltop at Blue River in Kansas City, MO is seeking a reliable cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a timely, sanitary manner in accordance with Federal, State, and Corporate requirements. You will supervise staff in the director's absence, participate in meetings, and maintain professional appearance while delivering resident-centered service.

Reading and writing English and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness, organization and safety.
• Prior food service and/or long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, in a timely manner, nutritious and attractive meals and supplements for residents.
• Perform duties in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Supervise staff in the absence of the Director of Nutritional Services.
• Attend meetings and in-services as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

English literacy

Sanitation basics

Food service experience

Job description

Principal Responsibilities:TECHNICAL

• The cook prepares, in a timely manner, nutritious and attractive meals and supplements for all residents according to Federal, State and Corporate requirements.
• Performs duties in a safe and sanitary manner.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• The cook supervises staff in the absence of the Director of Nutritional Services.
• Attends meetings and in-services as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness, organization and safety.
• Prior food service and/or long-term care experience preferred.

CONSUMER SERVICE

• Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech.
• Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
• Ensures all patient/resident rights are protected.