Dietary Associate

PACE; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dietary Associate at PACE Southeast Michigan performs routine functions in the dietary department including food preparation, food service, cleaning and other duties assigned under the direction of the Registered Dietitian and Day Health Center Manager.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, ServSafe Certification, CPR, and at least one year of experience serving a frail or elderly population. Basic computer skills (MS Outlook and Word) are expected.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification required.
• Current CPR card required.
• 1 year of experience with frail or elderly population.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills (MS Outlook and MS Word).
• Ability to read and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food and serve meals, snacks, beverages, and nutrition supplements.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and adaptive feeding equipment.
• Receive and store food and supplies; label items properly.
• Maintain equipment and report malfunctions to the Registered Dietitian.
• Follow CMS-approved competencies and safety policies; attend trainings as scheduled.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

SUMMARY

The Dietary Associate at PACE Southeast Michigan performs routine functions in the dietary department including food preparation, food service, cleaning and other duties assigned under the direction of the Registered Dietitian and Day Health Center Manager.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

Assists in the preparation of food and is responsible for serving meals, snacks, beverages and nutrition supplements using portion control and applicable sanitation practices. Prepares meals in accordance to diet orders and ensures participants are served the appropriate meal in a timely manner. Washes, sanitizes and stores dishes and adaptive feeding equipment. Assists in receiving and storing food and supplies. Ensures proper labeling of food placed into storage. Ensures that equipment is maintained. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Registered Dietitian. Follows fire safety, infection control practices and hazardous chemical practices, and uses cleaners and other hazardous materials in accordance with facility policy. Follow Federal and State regulations and Dietary Department policies and procedures. Follows cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Takes daily attendance and prepares tray tickets. Attends and participates in training, in-services and staff meetings. Performs all other duties assigned under the direction of the Registered Dietitian and Center Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High School diploma or GED required. Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification with the American National Standards Institution (ANSI) required. Current CPR card required. Long term care or hospital food service experience. Knowledge of basic computer skills (MS Outlook and MS Word) required. Must have one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population. Knowledge of therapeutic diets parameters. Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships. Shows respect for the physical, spiritual, and well-being of participants and co-workers. Ability to problem solve and interpret instructions. Must be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact. Must meet a standardized set of competencies (approved by CMS) before working independently. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to read and speak English. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry 25 pounds, and push/pull up to 50 pounds.

At PACE Southeast Michgan our employee experience is a combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, mission, vision, values, and most importantly, our people. Our employees are compassionate, curious, accountable, courageous, and authentic. They make choices according to what is best for our participants and strive to make a difference. For several years, they have made us a Top Workplace in our area.