Location: Elba,AL, USA
Full-time position with competitive wages
DUTIES OF A DIETARY AIDE:
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Prepares patient trays according to instructions/orders.
* Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and dietary requirements.
* Employs proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food, setting up, or serving trays.
* Cleans, washes, and sanitizes dishes, flatware, and utensils used to serve patients and others.
* Assists in maintaining the general cleanliness of the dish washing area.
* Cleans work area and equipment as assigned.
* Puts up stock in food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned.
* Delivers food, nourishments, and supplies to Nursing Units and other areas as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS OF A DIETARY AIDE:
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
* Possesses a High School Diploma or sufficient knowledge and education to perform job functions.
* Experience in Dietary Department, large volume food preparation, and service preferred.
* Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with other staff members, referral sources, residents, their families, and physicians.
* Has no findings of resident abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property listed on the registry.
* Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.