Dietary Aide – Warm Dining & Resident Care

Apple Rehab; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships and career development

Generous 4 weeks of paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance benefits

Short & long-term disability coverage

Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance coverage

401K retirement program

Longevity credit for dedicated service

Job summary

Apple Rehab Colchester is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support meal and snack preparation in a warm, family-oriented nursing and rehabilitation setting in Colchester, CT. You will help maintain dining areas, assist in stocking and rotation of supplies, and engage with residents to enhance their daily dining experience.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cleanliness, and adherence to sanitary regulations, with a starting rate of $15.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, turn, stoop and stretch.
• Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights and to lift large items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to write and record data, to read and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in cases of emergency.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, family members in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation Assistance: Collaborating in the preparation of meals and snacks, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Dining Area Maintenance: Participating in the cleanup of dining spaces, contributing to a pleasant and hygienic environment for residents.
• Supply Management: Assisting in receiving, organizing, and storing supplies and food items, while also managing their rotation as per established guidelines.
• Interaction with Residents: Regularly engaging with residents to offer assistance and create a positive dining experience.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintaining cleanliness in work areas, including washing dishes, pans, and utensils to uphold sanitation standards.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhering strictly to infection control, safety protocols, and sanitation procedures within the facility.
• Maintenance and Reporting: Ensuring food storage and workspaces are clean and safe, and promptly reporting any safety or sanitation violations to the supervisor.
• Adherence to Regulations: Handling food in strict accordance with sanitary regulations to guarantee the safety and well-being of residents.

Job description

Apple Rehab Colchester is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support meal and snack preparation in a warm, family-oriented nursing and rehabilitation setting in Colchester, CT. You will help maintain dining areas, assist in stocking and rotation of supplies, and engage with residents to enhance their daily dining experience.

This role emphasizes teamwork, cleanliness, and adherence to sanitary regulations, with a starting rate of $15.75 per hour.