Dietary Aide - F/T Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dietary/Food Service Aide to enhance the dining experience for patients. In this vital role, you will assist in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards while delivering meals with care. Your contributions will not only support the operational efficiency of the food service department but also play a crucial part in the well-being of patients. Join a collaborative team that values connection and strives for excellence in service, making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Knowledge of food handling and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and maintain cleanliness in dining areas.
• Deliver and retrieve food trays while adhering to dietary restrictions.
• Follow sanitation and safety standards during food service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Dietary Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better—advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Dietary/Food Service Aide performs specific tasks in the Food Service Department, including assisting in keeping the dining and cooking areas clean, sanitary, and running smoothly.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Dietary/Food Service Aide at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Food Standards:
• Completes all assignments related to daily food preparation, such as tray assembly according to department procedures.
• Prepares, pours, or portions hot or cold items such as desserts, beverages, toast, salads, sandwiches, lemons, garnishes, etc., for service.
• Maintains proper food handling, safety, and sanitation standards during food preparation, serving, and clean-up.
• Prepares and delivers food to resident floors and sets up patient trays.
• Delivers and retrieves resident trays according to departmental procedures.
• Receives soiled trays, removes dirty dishes, and returns cleaned and dried trays and utensils to proper places.
• Knows various diets and adheres to patient diet restrictions when serving trays.

• Infection Control:
• Washes hands frequently, especially before returning to or starting work.
• Wears gloves according to policy, removing and reapplying them as appropriate.
• Maintains complete hair coverage when serving and preparing food.
• Maintains proper temperatures for hot and cold water.

• Quality Control:
• Follows cleaning schedules.
• Keeps floors dry and reports spills immediately.
• Stores supplies and equipment properly, avoiding clutter on floors.
• Reports hazardous conditions and equipment issues promptly.
• Ensures tray checks comply with diet modifications and meet productivity standards.
• Understands diet modifications, including sodium, liquid consistency, and portion control.

• Sanitation:
• Handles food following sanitary and safety regulations.
• Cleans and sanitizes dining areas, equipment, and food contact surfaces regularly.
• Prepares dishes for washing and stores them properly after drying.
• Prepares dishwashers and maintains cleanliness of floors and stainless steel surfaces.
• Reports equipment or safety issues immediately.
• Removes and disposes of garbage and liquid waste correctly.

Other Duties as Assigned

Handles special projects and rush assignments promptly as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak English, and follow oral and written instructions.

If you believe this description aligns with your strengths and capabilities, please apply today!