Dietary Aide

Continuum Healthcare Inc.; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A long-term care provider is seeking a part-time Dietary Aid to support meal service and maintain high standards of cleanliness in a skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include running dishes through the dishwasher, serving meals to residents, and participating in cleaning programs. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, working knowledge of sanitary practices, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. This position offers a flexible schedule with hours typically from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Experience providing quality resident services including needs assessment and evaluation of resident's satisfaction.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and prioritize work.
• Working knowledge of sanitary practices relating to food handling.

Responsibilities

• Run dishes and silverware through the dish machine and provide excellent service.
• Clean and maintain certain equipment and areas as designated by management.
• Serve meals to residents in dining areas according to portion control.

Skills

Quality resident services

Prioritization

Sanitary practices

Communication skills

Problem identification

Job description

Dietary Aid - Part Time

25-29 hours per week

Long-Term Care Facility

Lake Forest Senior Living at Mountain Home is a skilled nursing facility, part of the Continuum network, providing clinically sophisticated sub‑acute care and rehabilitation, as well as comprehensive nursing care. With extensive leadership experience in the nursing, sub‑acute, and rehabilitative field, our facility has the resources and capabilities to provide the highest quality care through a full range of services. With well‑trained staff, meticulous attention to detail, and a history of operational excellence.

Responsibilities of Dietary Aide

• Run dishes and silverware through dish machine following proper procedures and provides excellent resident service within established guidelines
• Clean and maintain certain equipment and areas as designated by management
• Keep sufficient supply of china, silverware, trays, cups and glasses during service periods.
• Serves meals to residents in dining areas in accordance with established portion control procedures that are appetizing in appearance
• May be required to complete daily cleaning assignments that include but are not limited to cleaning up spilled food, drinks and broken dishes, unloading dishwasher and removing empty bottles and disposing of trash
• Participates in the departmental cleaning and recycling program
• Disposes of food and waste in accordance with facility / state guidelines

Requirements of Dietary Aide

• Experience providing quality resident services including needs assessment, meeting quality standards, and evaluation of resident’s satisfaction
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, has ability to prioritize work and resolve emergencies as they may occur
• Working knowledge of sanitary practices relating to food handling
• Good communication skills and ability to effectively interact with others (residents and families)
• Ability to identify and report problems associated with the daily work routine and provide suggestions for correction of those problems
• Must perform dishwashing tasks

Part time position available. Hours will be 2:00 pm- 8:00 pm most days.