Dietary Aide (Part-time)

FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN RETIREMENT CENTER; Samuelson Corners (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flex Spending Account

Optional Voluntary life insurance

Optional Short-term disability (STD)

Company-paid Life insurance

Seven (7) Paid Holidays

Birthday Recognition Day (paid)

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Reduced priced employee lunches

Job summary

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with our meal services. The ideal candidate loves working with older people and works well both independently and as a team player.

Primary duties include assembling meals, serving residents, dishwashing and general dining room upkeep. Starting pay is $15.00–$15.45 per hour, with hours on weekdays, evenings and weekends. Full-time benefits are available for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English with residents and coworkers.
• Dependability and punctuality in a healthcare setting.
• Comfort working in a Christian Retirement Center environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assembly of meals and supplements for Health Center residents, dishwashing, and general clean up.
• Lears various therapeutic diets and applies this knowledge in plate service.
• Delivers plates and other food supplies to the floors.
• Washes dishes and maintains dining room cleanliness.
• Safeguards resident confidentiality and follows HIPAA regulations.

Skills

English communication

Dependability

Punctuality

Job description

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center is a retirement community committed to providing our residents and staff with the upmost dignity and respect. We are seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with our meal services. The ideal candidate loves working with older people and works well both independently and as a team player.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Function:

Responsible for serving food to residents and guests, dishwashing and housekeeping in dining areas.

Schedule and Pay Information:

• Starting Pay: $15.00 -$15.45 per hour
• Hours: weekdays/evenings/weekends

Fairhaven Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance*
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)*
• Optional Voluntary life insurance*
• Optional Short-term disability (STD) insurance*
• Company-paid Life insurance*
• Seven (7) Paid Holidays*
• Birthday Recognition Day (paid)*
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Reduced priced employee lunches

Note: Items marked with an asterisk (*) are only available for full-time employees. Full-time status is defined as 30+ hours per week.

Primary Function:

Responsible for assembly of meals and supplements for Health Center residents, dishwashing, and general clean up.

Essential Functions:

• Learns various therapeutic diets and applies this knowledge in plate service.
• Prepares, sorts and labels nourishments / snacks
• Delivers plates and other food supplies to the floors
• Washes dishes and performs general clean-up of dish room, equipment and work areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes dining room tables.
• Checks off and initials cleaning checklist at end of shift
• Safeguards privacy and confidentiality of all resident health care information which includes complying with all HIPAA regulations
• Interacts positively with all residents at all times creating an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment
• Maintains, cares for and safely uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently per Fairhaven policies and procedures
• Maintains sanitary conditions; follows infection control and waste management procedures as they relate to this position
• Reports incidents of abuse, neglect or a violation of the resident’s rights immediately

Essential Qualifications & Requirements:

Physical condition allowing for normal kitchen duties including but not limited to; lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grabbing, pushing, pulling, standing or walking an entire shift, use of arms and hands with dexterity, ability to read and understand directions.

• Ability to communicate in a friendly manner to residents and coworkers in English.
• Dependability and punctuality
• Comfort in working in a Christian Retirement Center environment.
• Adherence to all regulations specified in the Fairhaven employee handbook, procedures and policy documents.

Experience & Education or Skills Preferred:

• Previous experience not necessary

Working Conditions:

• Kitchen and dining areas
• Exposed to steam, hot water, food and hot equipment