Dietary Assistant

Maple Grove Senior Living; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Grove Senior Living is seeking a Dietary Assistant to help prepare and serve meals for residents. You will collaborate with the dietary team to ensure meals meet nutritional and dietary restrictions.

The role requires a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will maintain a clean kitchen and dining area and follow safety guidelines while supporting residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in dietary or food service and knowledge of food safety is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to patients and residents.
• Follow dietary guidelines and restrictions to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and dining area.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of food and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, residents, and staff to ensure dietary needs are met.
• Adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Job Description: Dietary Assistant

As a Dietary Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of meals to our patients and residents. You will work closely with our dietary team to ensure that our patients receive high-quality, nutritious meals that meet their dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to patients and residents
• Follow dietary guidelines and restrictions to ensure that meals meet the needs of each patient
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and dining area
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of food and supplies
• Communicate effectively with patients, residents, and staff to ensure that dietary needs are met
• Adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a dietary or food service role preferredKnowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Moderate physical activity:
• Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.
• Standing and/or walking for more than eight (8) hours per day.
• Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.

Acknowledgement

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