Geriatric Kitchen Aide — Resident Meals & Care

Eaton County Health & Rehabilitation Services; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Eaton County Health & Rehabilitation Services in Michigan seeks a dedicated dietary aide to perform food service, cleanup, and document resident food acceptance. You may assist with orientation and on-the-job training as directed by the supervisor and complete other duties as assigned by the Director.

You will handle and serve residents' meals safely, clean and sterilize equipment, deliver and collect trays, and help maintain sanitation and timely meals in a nursing home setting.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience, preferably in a health care setting.
• Genuine interest in geriatrics and serving food for residents with high standards of quality.

Responsibilities

• Handle and serve residents' food in a manner conducive to safety and comfort.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, dishes, and utensils.
• Deliver and pick up resident food trays maintaining established meal schedules.
• Perform departmental cleaning and stocking of supplies as needed.
• May assist with orientation and on-the-job training of new employees as directed by supervisor.
• Provide assistance in all dietary functions in emergencies or as required.
• Avoid food waste when possible.
• Label food and check shelf life to prevent foodborne illness.
• Report observations concerning structural and equipment wear to supervisor.

Skills

Food service experience

Geriatrics interest

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Eaton County Health & Rehabilitation Services in Michigan seeks a dedicated dietary aide to perform food service, cleanup, and document resident food acceptance. You may assist with orientation and on-the-job training as directed by the supervisor and complete other duties as assigned by the Director.

You will handle and serve residents' meals safely, clean and sterilize equipment, deliver and collect trays, and help maintain sanitation and timely meals in a nursing home setting.