Dietary Aide

VanAyer Senior Living and Rehabilitation

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* Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.


* Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.


* Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.


* Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.


* Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.


* Sweep and mop floors as directed.


* Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.


* Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.



* Wash and clean utensils as directed.



* Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.


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


* Assist cook in preparing meals.


* Distribute and collect menus as necessary.


* Obtain food supplies for next meal.


* Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.


* Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.


* Serve food in dining room as instructed.


* Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures.

Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal.


* Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.


* Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.



* Performs other duties as may be needed or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:


* None.

On the job training provided.

Certificates and Licenses:


* Food handlers permit must be kept up to date if required by state regulations.

Other Specific Requirements


* Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.


* Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.


* Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.


* Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.


* Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:


* Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the activities area (i.e.

activities room, resident rooms, etc.).


* Moves intermittently during working hours.


* Is subject to frequent interruptions.


* Interacts with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.


* Is subject to host...