Full-Time Dietary Aide 12pm-8pm

LEXINGTON in; Lexington (TN); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PACS is seeking a Dietary Aide General Purpose to support daily food service operations within the facility.

The role requires learning procedures quickly, setting up meal trays, dishes washing, and assisting with meal service while maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions and proper documentation. A high school diploma and the ability to read procedures are required.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read technical procedures and read and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsabilidades

• Learn food service routine quickly and follow established procedures.
• Set up meal trays and assist with serving meals.
• Strip down returned trays and wash dishes; operate dishwasher.
• Check chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at shift start.
• Maintain clean work surfaces, refrigerators, and floors; sweep and mop as needed.
• Carry out trash disposal and groceries organization in safe, orderly manner.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff; cooperate with all departments.

Conocimientos

Reading technical procedures

Reading recipes

Communication with managers

Fractions and percentages

Reasoning ability

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Dietary Aide General Purpose

The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Must be able to learn food service routine within a short period.
• Set up meal trays.
• Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift.
• Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles.
• Operate dishwasher.
• Prepare nourishments and snacks.
• Sweep and mop kitchen.
• Carry out trash and garbage.
• Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• To leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner and be of assistance when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
• Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.

Supervisory Requirements

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and follow recipes. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.

Physical Demands

• Standing and /or walking very frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
• Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
• Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, dress, grooming practices, color, sex, childbirth, breast feeding, related medical conditions, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, pregnancy, age 40 and over, genetic information, disability, mental and physical, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. In addition, the Company complies with affirmative action requirements for federal contractors, including consideration for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.