Dietary Services Associate – Skilled Nursing

Burbankhealthcare; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Burbankhealthcare in Burbank, CA is seeking a Dietary Services Assistant to support the Dietary Services Supervisor in planning, development, and directing the department. The role ensures safe, appetizing, and nutritionally adequate meals for residents.

The position requires prior SNF dietary services experience, is full-time, and involves coordinating with staff to meet regulatory standards and resident needs. Join a compassionate team with opportunities for growth within healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility Dietary Services is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist DSS in daily operations of the dietary department following State & Federal regulations.
• Attend IDT meetings and patient care conferences; assist with MDS.
• Collaborate with staff to provide nutritional care to patients.
• Help plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the dietary department and its programs.
• Ensure food is palatable, attractive and meets residents’ needs.
• Verify food served at proper temperatures and keep temperature records as required.
• Provide equivalent nutritive substitutes for residents who refuse certain foods.
• Maintain accurate resident records and tray tickets; post menus a week in advance.
• Interview residents or families to obtain diet history and evaluate meal satisfaction.
• Assist in tracking expenses and menu planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

SNF dietary experience

Job description

Burbankhealthcare in Burbank, CA is seeking a Dietary Services Assistant to support the Dietary Services Supervisor in planning, development, and directing the department. The role ensures safe, appetizing, and nutritionally adequate meals for residents.

The position requires prior SNF dietary services experience, is full-time, and involves coordinating with staff to meet regulatory standards and resident needs. Join a compassionate team with opportunities for growth within healthcare.