Dietary Aide (Healthcare)

The Waters of Fort Wayne -

We are seeking Dietary Aides to join our team to support the

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for providing assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures, federal and state governmental regulations, and facility policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance at designated mealtimes

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

• Assists in checking diet trays before distribution

• Assists in serving meals

• Prepares and delivers snacks, etc., as instructed

• Delivers food carts, trays to designated areas

• Executing diet spreadsheets

• Cleans worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers etc.

• Washes and cleans utensils as directed

• Works with the facility’s dietitian/Dietary Supervisor as necessary and implement recommended changes as required

• Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies

• Ensures that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available

• Assist in inventorying and storing incoming food, supplies, etc. as necessary

• Participates in and assists in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary

• Other duties as assigned by the Dietary Supervisor

• Prepares food etc. in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as with our established policies and procedures