Dietary Aide (6am-230pm hours)

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up meal trays, food carts, and dining rooms as instructed; deliver food carts and trays to designated areas.
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks in accordance with sanitary regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Make only authorized food substitutions and ensure appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with each meal tray.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals and events.
• Clean worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators, and freezers; sweep and mop floors; carry soiled linens to wash areas.
• Wash, sanitize, and return utensils and dishes to proper storage areas; perform dishwashing and cleaning procedures to ensure readiness for the next meal.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry, and free of hazardous equipment and supplies.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary; obtain food supplies for upcoming meals and stock items in labeled areas, rotating as needed.
• Observe and promptly report any changes in residents’ condition to licensed staff, utilizing the STOP AND WATCH tool.
• Maintain good customer service by providing prompt delivery of residents’ requests and ensuring privacy and dignity during care.
• Uphold infection control and safety practices, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and participation in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and uphold resident rights to privacy and dignity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the care center and residents.