Dietary Aide

RegalCare at Lowell; Middlesex Village (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RegalCare at Lowell is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support meal preparation, service, and dietary safety for residents. You will work with the dietary team to ensure nutritious meals and proper food handling.

The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to infection control standards, and effective communication with patients and staff. The position is on-site with physical requirements including lifting and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• 0 years of experience preferred, but will consider new graduates or those with related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food safety certification and CPR/First Aid training preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including washing, cutting, and cooking food items.
• Prepare and deliver meals to patients, ensuring that all dietary requirements are met.
• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Restock supplies and inventory of food, beverages, and equipment.
• Assist with food storage, including labeling and dating food items.
• Maintain a clean and organized dietary department, adhering to infection control standards.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan and prepare special meals and events.
• Ensure compliance with dietary policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff to ensure patient satisfaction and care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food safety certification

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Dietary Aide - RegalCare at Lowell

At RegalCare at Lowell, we are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and a supportive work environment for our team members. As a Dietary Aide, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by assisting with meal preparation and service.

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our dietary team as a Dietary Aide. In this role, you will assist with food preparation, food storage, and food distribution, ensuring the highest level of quality and safety for our patients. You will work closely with our dietary staff to plan and prepare nutritious meals, and ensure that our patients receive the best possible culinary experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with food preparation, including washing, cutting, and cooking food items


• Prepare and deliver meals to patients, ensuring that all dietary requirements are met


• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils


• Restock supplies and inventory of food, beverages, and equipment


• Assist with food storage, including labeling and dating food items


• Maintain a clean and organized dietary department, adhering to infection control standards


• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan and prepare special meals and events


• Ensure compliance with dietary policies, procedures, and regulations


• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff to ensure patient satisfaction and care

Skills and Qualifications:

• 0 years of experience preferred, but will consider new graduates or those with related experience


• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Food safety certification and CPR/First Aid training preferred


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods


• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits:

• (Please note that benefits information is not available at this time)