Dietary Aide AL

PruittHealth; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking a Dietary Support role in Georgia to assist with food preparation and meal delivery for patients/residents. You will follow established procedures for storing, serving, and transporting food and supplies, and help maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness.

The role emphasizes friendly interactions with residents and families while upholding safety standards. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with prior server or food service experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous server experience is helpful; on-the-job training provided.
• Previous food service and/or food preparation experience preferred, long term care dietary experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist cook in preparing meals, desserts and snacks for patients/residents.
• Deliver trays to patients/residents and serve meals in dining area.
• Prepare between-meal nourishments and serve according to guidelines.
• Record menu substitutions as directed.
• Communicate warmly with patients/residents and family members and address concerns professionally.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Dietary Manager or supervisor. Follows facility procedure for storing, serving and transporting food and supplies. Is also responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing and proper maintenance of equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 2.Assists cook in preparing meals, desserts and/or snacks for patients/residents; i.e. salads and desserts and other dishes
• 3.Uses proper food handling processes, procedures and policies
• 4.Delivers trays to patients/residents on halls
• 5.Delivers and serves meals to patients/residents in dining area; food and beverages
• 6.Prepares between-meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.) and serves in accordance with procedural guidelines
• 7.Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines
• 8.Follows procedures for serving partner meals
• 9.Communicates well with patients/residents/clients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to families, visitors, patients/residents/clients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor. Answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Previous server experience is helpful, on-the-job training is provided.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous food service and/or food preparation experience preferred, long term care dietary experience is preferred

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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