DIETARY AIDE (70485)

Regency Health Care, Inc.; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Dietary Aide to join their team. This role involves assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. You will work under the guidance of a Certified Dietary Manager, ensuring that all food is prepared and served in accordance with state guidelines. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in residents' lives while adhering to safety and health standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred for the Dietary Aide position.
• Texas Food Handler Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food prep and cooking while following safety regulations.
• Clean the dining hall and kitchen work area after meals.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Dishwashing

Handwashing Guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - McAllen, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

The Dietary Aide follows the direction of the Certified Dietary Manager and state guidelines to ensure that food is properly prepared, served to residents, and after meals are completed, cleans up the dining hall and dishes.

Essential Functions

• Assist with food prep and cooking following universal precautions and state/federal regulations
• Preparing and serving beverages
• Setting up and passing trays for meal service
• Stocking snack cart
• Bussing of tables and trays
• Cleaning the kitchen work area
• Dishwashing
• Follow proper handwashing guidelines
• Additional special projects or tasks can be assigned at times by the CDM or the Executive Director

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Licensing Requirements

• Must have Texas Food Handler Certificate

Experience Requirements

• Working in a commercial kitchen experience is preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative but not necessarily all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the