Dietary Aide for Skilled Nursing Facility

Sweetwater Care; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Dietary Aide to support preparation and serving of meals, cleaning and sanitation, and safe handling of food and equipment. The role includes tray assembly, adherence to infection control protocols, and delivering nourishments to patients.

The position emphasizes a respectful, team-oriented environment, confidentiality of patient information, and willingness to work beyond shifts as needed to meet patient care requirements and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years or older.
• Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment.
• Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order.
• Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays.
• Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned.
• Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned.
• Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned.
• Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed.
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families.
• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times.
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Emergency responsiveness

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Job Overview Summary:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.

Functions:

• Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment
• Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order
• Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays
• Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned
• Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned
• Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned
• Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients

Qualifications:

Must be at least 16 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
• Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
• Ability to create a resident-centered environment
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations

Required Responsibilities:

Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.