PT Dietary Aides

Nebraska City; Nebraska City (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading facility as a Dietary Aide where you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional food services to residents. Enjoy a fantastic rates and benefits package along with a supportive work environment that values teamwork and commitment. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered to help you start your journey in making a difference.

Benefits

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Dietary Aide experience preferred.
• LTC / SNF experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in all food service functions as directed.
• Serve meals according to established portion control procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food service areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UNIQUE AND REWARDING FACILITY!
FANTASTIC RATES AND BENEFITS PACKAGE!!

Do you want to be a superhero?Prestige Care Center of Nebraska Cityis growing, andYOUcan help us make the difference!!

At Prestige Care Center of Nebraskya City we pride ourselves in providing each resident with exactly the care he or she needs. We understand that happy staff equals happy residents and our appreciation for our team is tailor-made for each individual as well. Join our team and see for yourself why Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City is the facility you've always dreamed of working at!

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Now Hiring:
Dietary Aide
Full Time

Job Requirements -The primary purpose of the job position is to provide assistance in all food services functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food services dietary policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Dietary Aide Experience Preferred

LTC / SNF experience a plus

Dietary aide

Job Description

Department	Food and Nutrition Services
Reports to	Dietitian/Director of Food Services
Reporting to this position	None
Job Classification	Department Staff
Position Purpose	Provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

vHigh school diploma

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The dietary aide works with the facility’s Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

The dietary aide assists with the service and delivery of food trays to designated areas, cleaning of the kitchen per established protocols, and proper washing and cleaning of food utensils and dishes.

Prepares and delivers snacks as directed.

Assigned Tasks

vServes meals in accordance to established portion control procedures.

vServes meals that are appetizing and palatable in appearance.

vServes meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

vAssists in daily cleaning duties as assigned to include work tables, meat blocks, and refrigerators/freezers in accordance to established policies and procedures.

vSweep and mops floors as directed.

vWashes and cleans utensils, dishes and cooking items according to established policies and procedures.

vCarries out garbage and keeps the work area clean, dry and free of hazards.

vSets up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.

vCollects and distributes menus as instructed.

vAssists in checking dietary trays before distribution and delivering food carts to designated areas.

vRemoves food carts, food trays from dining rooms to dishwashing area for cleaning.

Additional Tasks

vTreats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

vEstablishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

vFollows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

vMaintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

vReports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.

vReports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

vReports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

vParticipates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

vReports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

vFollows established infection control policies and procedures.

vAs a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

vMaintains food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.

vEnsures the department, necessary equipment and supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner.

vAssists in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.

vEnsures food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

vAbility to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

vMust be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.

vAbility to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

vAbility to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

vMust have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.

vMust not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

vMust be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

vMeets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

vAbility to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

vAbility to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

vAbility to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

vMay be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.

vSubject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

vMay be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

vMust be able to follow oral and written instructions.

vMust maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.

vMust be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

vWorks in well-lit, ventilated area. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.

vSubject to frequent interruptions.

vCommunicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.

vSubject to call-back during emergency conditions.

vMay be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas.

Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal

Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Administrator. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on long term care by various governmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/or revised annually and as needed.

Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale:

1.Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated.

2.Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development.

3.Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance.

4.Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e-mail address].

Prestige Care Center of Nebraska City is an EOE