Dietary Aide Long Term Care

Shore Pointe Care Center; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Shore Pointe Care Center in Eatontown, NJ, is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare meals for residents according to prescribed diets and recipes.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, ensuring dietary compliance, assisting with dining area service, and coordinating with nursing and dietitians.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dietary needs and therapeutic diets.
• Food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols.
• Strong communication with patients, residents, and staff.
• Attention to detail in following recipes and dietary orders.
• Stamina to stand long periods and lift trays.
• Teamwork in a healthcare kitchen setting.
• Basic computer skills for recording data.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and service according to prescribed diets and recipes.
• Ensure meals comply with dietary restrictions, allergies, and patient preferences.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
• Monitor inventory and stock kitchen supplies.
• Set tables, serve residents, and manage dining area waste.
• Report patient concerns to supervising staff or dietitians.

Skills

Knowledge of dietary needs

Food safety & sanitation

Communication & interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation & Service: Prepare meals according to prescribed diets, physician recommendations, and established recipes.
• Dietary Compliance: Ensure meals comply with dietary restrictions, allergies, and patient preferences, communicating with the nursing team and dietitians.
• Sanitation & Cleaning: Wash dishes, clean equipment, maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area, and follow all safety and hygiene regulations.
• Inventory & Stocking: Monitor and take inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment, ensuring appropriate stock levels for meal preparation.
• Dining Area Management: Set tables, serve food to residents, clear dining areas, and manage waste and recycling.
• Communication: Report patient concerns, such as low food intake, to supervising staff or dietitians.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of Dietary Needs: Understanding of therapeutic diets, special dietary needs, and nutrition.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Adherence to safety, hygiene, and food handling protocols.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients, residents, and other staff.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in following recipes, dietary orders, and cleaning schedules.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift trays, and perform demanding kitchen tasks.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare and kitchen team.
• Basic Computer Skills: For recording data and using dietary management systems.