Dietary Aide - Full Time

Noland Health Services; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pell City, Alabama, is seeking a Cook to assist in dietary preparation and cleanup for residents. This role includes meal service, maintaining cleanliness, and food preparation for special events. Ideal candidates are dedicated, with a preference for those holding a high school diploma and a willingness to undergo training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred, on-the-job training provided.
• Must complete Serve Safe Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in serving meals and daily cleaning tasks.
• Prepare food and supplies for the next meal.
• Perform dishwashing and assure utensils are available.

Skills

Assistance in meal preparation

Cleaning and sanitation

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Summary of Duties

Provide assistance in dietary preparation and cleanup for residents and guests of the Community.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
2. Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning, including carry out garbage and keeping work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
3. Clean and set up trays, food carts, the dining room, etc. as instructed.
4. Work as a Cook as directed.
5. Maintain proper temperature of food during preparation and service.
6. Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
7. Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
8. Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for the next meal.
9. Prepare food and supplies for the next meal.
10. Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
11. Assist in inventory and storing of food, supplies, etc., and maintain food storage areas in a clean, properly-arranged manner at all times.
12. Assist in food preparation for special events.
13. Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
14. Make only authorized food substitutions.
15. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. No experience required. On-the-job training provided. Must complete Serve Safe Program.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions

1. Must be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.
2. Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the workday.
3. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
4. Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
5. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
6. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
7. Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.