Dietary Aide/Relief Cook - 12PM -8PM/11AM-7PM (Berks Heim)

County of Berks; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Berks is seeking a food service assistant to assist in preparing and serving meals, cleaning the dietary area, equipment, and dishware under supervision. The role requires adherence to infection control guidelines and the ability to notify supervisors about supply shortages.

The position involves working at the tray line, assisting in various stations, and supporting nursing staff in meal delivery to residents.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with some knowledge of basic nutrition, dietary operations and appliances.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions with minimal supervision.
• Must read/write English fluently and have basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and serving food and cleaning the dietary area and equipment.
• Assist across stations in tray line or dish room; wash pots and clean.
• Report supply shortages and equipment malfunctions to supervisor.

Skills

Basic nutrition

Follow directions

English literacy

On-site presence

Education

Experience in food prep

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists in the preparation and serving of food and in the cleaning of Dietary area, equipment, and dishware under general supervision; trains new employees as directed by supervisor; does related work as required. All work performed must comply with Infection Control Guidelines. Responsible to let supervisor know when out of supplies needed to do the job.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

An employee in this class assists in preparing and serving food and cleanup of dietary department, food service equipment, dishware, and other utensils; this employee has the versatility to be assigned to any station of the tray line or dish room in addition to washing pots, general cleaning, prepping and plating food and serving in the unit dining rooms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:

• Assists cook in minor preparation of foods (prepares gelatin, salads and dressing); food preparation such as toast, sandwiches, clean and chop fruits and vegetables, etc.
• Portions food for service.
• Prepares food set up for snacks, requisitions, special events.
• Serves residents in partnership with nursing staff on the units.
• Sets up and serves on tray line and in unit dining rooms.
• Wraps, labels, and stores leftovers properly.
• Operates various kitchen appliances (mixer, blender, chopper, VCM, slicer).
• Cleans the kitchen and equipment including sweeping and mopping the floor.
• Reports any malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Reports any supply shortages to supervisor.
• Performs the dish machine operations (scraping, feeding, rackout, trucks, runners); and returns cleaned dishware to the proper location.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be 18 years of age with some knowledge of basic nutrition, dietary operations and appliances.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and to work with a minimal amount of supervision on food preparation, tray line, use of equipment, etc. adhering to work standards and infection control guidelines.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language fluently. Basic math skills for simple arithmetic.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Physical presence on-site is required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Some experience in food preparation and basic nutrition preferred; on the job training is provided.
• Attendance at mandatory in-service training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Good dexterity, physical condition, strength, and stamina are required.
• due to physical requirements of job (including extreme heat on occasion).
• Lifting of up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Must be able to push and pull carts.
• Walking100% of the time except during breaks.
• Standing100% of the time except during breaks.
• Bending 100% of the time except during breaks.
• Standing in place for up to 2 hours at a time.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and wrists.

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.