Dietary Aide- Long-term care facility

Blue Central Group; United States; Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Blue Central Group in a vibrant long-term care facility seeks a Dietary Aide to support the dietary department by preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs. This role emphasizes compassion, accuracy, and safety in a geriatric setting.

You will work closely with the dietary team to ensure timely meal service, proper sanitation, and adherence to dietary restrictions. This paid position offers growth through ongoing training in dietetics and food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or hospitals preferred.
• Knowledge of food production and sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and follow dietary guidelines.
• Good math skills for portioning and inventory.

Responsabilités

• Assist with food preparation and portion meals per dietary needs.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and follow safety procedures.
• Bus tables, wash dishes, and keep food service areas clean.
• Handle safe food handling and proper lifting practices.
• Coordinate meal delivery to residents according to schedules.
• Maintain records of inventory and sanitation logs.

Connaissances

Food prep

Kitchen safety

Manual handling

Time management

Sanitation

Geriatric care

Outils

Kitchen equipment

Description du poste

Job Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Dietary Aide in a vibrant long-term care facility where compassion meets excellence! In this vital role, you will support the dietary department by preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to residents’ needs, ensuring a positive dining experience for our geriatric patients. Your energy and attention to detail will help create a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment that promotes health and well-being. This position offers an engaging opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while honing your culinary and food service skills.

Duties

• Assist with food preparation, including assembling, portioning, and serving meals in accordance with dietary requirements and safety standards
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to all workplace safety protocols and sanitation procedures
• Support the dietary team by bussing tables, cleaning dishes, and maintaining cleanliness of food service areas to ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Handle food safely by practicing proper food handling techniques, manual handling, and safe lifting practices for heavy items
• Work closely with nursing staff to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions for residents with specific health conditions or nutritional plans
• Ensure timely delivery of meals to residents, managing time effectively to meet scheduled meal times
• Maintain accurate records of food inventory, sanitation logs, and meal service documentation

Requirements

• Previous experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or the food industry is highly desirable
• Knowledge of food production, meal preparation, and sanitation practices aligned with food safety standards.
• Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment and basic math skills for portioning and inventory management
• Strong understanding of adhering to dietary requirements and working with geriatric patients’ nutritional needs
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting while following safe lifting practices
• Excellent time management skills to coordinate meal service efficiently within busy environments
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, sanitation, and customer service excellence

Join us in creating a warm, safe environment where every meal is an opportunity to care! We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in dietetics, food safety, and culinary techniques. This paid position offers a rewarding chance to develop your skills while making a positive impact on our residents’ lives.