Dietary Aide

Alameda Center; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Weekly Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Alameda Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to perform a variety of food service tasks while maintaining sanitary food service areas. The role supports residents by delivering meals, assisting in food preparation, and ensuring quality service in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications include ability to read, write and understand English, with prior Food Service Aide experience being helpful. TB verification may be required for annual safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand directions in English language.
• Previous Food Service Aide experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Report on time in uniform and ready for duty.
• Handle food and equipment per sanitation policies.
• Follow safety regulations for all equipment.
• Deliver food carts and trays to designated areas.
• Serve in dining rooms.
• Prepare and deliver snacks as directed.
• Assist with daily cleaning per policies.
• Report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Provide compassionate service to residents and families.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food Handling

Sanitation

Diet Following

Interpersonal Skills

English Literacy

TB Test

Job description

Dietary Aide

RATE: $15.49 Per Hour

BENEFITS:

• Same Day Pay!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- "Thankful Thursday"
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

About us:

Alameda Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Food Service Aide performs a variety of food service functions in maintaining clean and sanitary conditions of food service areas, facilities and equipment. He/she may also assist in some aspects of food preparation.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITLES:

• 1 Reports at assigned time, in uniform, ready for duty;
• 2 Handles food and equipment according to sanitation policies and procedures;
• 3 Is aware of safety regulations and responsibilities in operating all equipment;
• 4 Delivers food carts, trays, etc. to designated areas, including resident rooms and dining room, as instructed by supervisor;
• 5 Serve – in dining rooms;
• 6 Prepare and deliver snacks as directed;
• 7 Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures;
• 8 Reports any discrepancies in his/her area to department supervisor;
• 9 Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• 10 Performs related work as assigned.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/ VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 Ability to read, write, and understand directions in English language. Previous Food Service Aide experience is helpful.

JOB SKILLS:

• 1 Working knowledge of the methods and techniques of handling and serving food.
• 2 Working knowledge of sanitation practices relating to food handling.
• 3 Ability to follow diet lists, portion food as specified and serve food in an appetizing manner.
• 4 Possess the ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• 5 Ability to read, write, speak and follow written and oral directions in the English language.
• 6 Provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• 1 Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• 2 Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.