Dietary Aide

Cadia Healthcare Broadmeadow; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401k Retirement With Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare Broadmeadow in Middletown, NY seeks a Dietary Aide to assist with dietary functions in accordance with established policies. Responsibilities include serving resident meals, supporting the food service team, and ensuring proper food handling.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of food safety and preparation, with ServSafe certification recommended. Benefits include competitive salary and comprehensive medical plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, and service.
• ServSafe certification recommended.
• Previous cooking experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all dietary functions per established policies.
• Serve meals and verify proper food for residents.
• Set up meal trays and dining areas as instructed.

Skills

Knowledge of food handling

Knowledge of sanitation and safety codes

Basic understanding of kitchen cookware and appliances

Previous cooking experience

ServSafe certified

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Middletown, DE 19709

Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Dietary Aide to join our team!

Cadia rewards its employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide range of benefits and perks to show we care.

Benefits and Perks

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Referral Bonuses and More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Free and Discounted Employee Meals
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
• Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)

Position Description

The primary purpose of the Dietary Aide is to provide assistance in all dietary functions/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures. Dietary aides serve resident meals and snacks on a daily basis and support our dietary food service team as they verify that the proper food is served to the right resident – looking out for allergies, special needs, and requests. Other duties may include delivering meals to resident rooms or tables on a timely basis, clearing trays, taking part in cleaning routines, and reading meal tickets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow Federal and State long term care regulations and Dietary Department policies & procedures.
• Perform work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Food Service Director and/or Cook.
• Provide assistance to the cook and other dietary staff in the preparation and service of meals as assigned.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed. Set up a steam table, serve food in dining as instructed.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution for errors regarding diet and allergies. Deliver and collect food carts, trays, etc. to/ from designated areas.
• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure utensils, etc. are available for the next meal.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling, preparation and service.
• Knowledge of local and state health and sanitation and safety codes is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of kitchen cookware and appliances.
• Previous cooking experience recommended.
• ServSafe certified; and ServSafe Allergens certification recommended.