Dietary Aide — Caring Kitchen & Resident Experience

Apple-Reha; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401K retirement

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Colchester, Colchester, CT, is hiring a Dietary Aide to support meal prep, dining room cleanliness, and resident interaction in a warm, family-oriented setting.

Starting rate at $15.75 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, maintaining dining areas, stocking supplies, and upholding infection control and safety standards while delivering compassionate care to residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, turn, stoop and stretch.
• Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights and to lift large items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to write and record data, to read and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in cases of emergency.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, family members in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation Assistance: Collaborating in the preparation of meals and snacks, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Dining Area Maintenance: Participating in the cleanup of dining spaces, contributing to a pleasant and hygienic environment for residents.
• Supply Management: Assisting in receiving, organizing, and storing supplies and food items, while also managing their rotation as per established guidelines.
• Interaction with Residents: Regularly engaging with residents to offer assistance and create a positive dining experience.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintaining cleanliness in work areas, including washing dishes, pans, and utensils to uphold sanitation standards.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhering strictly to infection control, safety protocols, and sanitation procedures within the facility.
• Maintenance and Reporting: Ensuring food storage and workspaces are clean and safe, and promptly reporting any safety or sanitation violations to the supervisor.
• Adherence to Regulations: Handling food in strict accordance with sanitary regulations to guarantee the safety and well-being of residents.

Skills

Mobility

Lifting 50 lbs

English literacy

Calm under pressure

Job description

Apple Rehab Colchester, Colchester, CT, is hiring a Dietary Aide to support meal prep, dining room cleanliness, and resident interaction in a warm, family-oriented setting.

Starting rate at $15.75 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, maintaining dining areas, stocking supplies, and upholding infection control and safety standards while delivering compassionate care to residents.