Dietary Aide Birmingham, AL

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility seeks a dedicated food service worker to assist in preparing and serving meals while ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met. The role involves following specific dietary instructions and maintaining the kitchen and serving areas to provide excellent service to residents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow specific diet orders and prepare meal items.
• Understanding of OSHA and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient trays according to instructions and menu requirements.
• Clean and sanitize dishes and work areas.
• Deliver food and supplies to assigned areas.

Skills

Food Handling Techniques

Sanitation Practices

Safety Procedures

Job description

SHIFT TIMES: 6AM-2PM OR 11AM-8PM

Perform assigned work in preparing and serving food, cleaning food service areas, equipment, and utensils.

Essential Duties

1. Perform job duties safely as specified in the physical, sensory, and mental requirements.
2. Prepare patient trays according to instructions and diet orders.
3. Assist in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and diet requirements.
4. Cover, date, and label leftovers and open items properly.
5. Employ proper food handling techniques in preparation of food and setting up or serving trays.
6. Clean, wash, and sanitize dishes, silverware, and utensils using correct methods.
7. Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dishwashing area.
8. Clean work area and equipment as assigned.
9. Put up stock in food storage areas, including dry storage, freezers, and refrigerators.
10. Deliver food, nourishments, and supplies to nursing units and other areas as assigned.

Standard Requirements

1. Support the Mission, Values, and Vision of the Facility.
2. Be knowledgeable of resident rights and support an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
3. Support, cooperate with, and implement specific procedures and programs for OSHA and safety, including standard precautions and safe work practices, fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security. Report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair, and maintenance needs.
4. Adhere to confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee, and operational data.