Dietary Aide

Job Overview Summary:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Functions:

• Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment
• Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order
• Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays
• Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned
• Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned
• Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned
• Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients

Qualifications:

Must be at least 17 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
• Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
• Ability to create a resident-centered environment
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations

Required Responsibilities:

Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.

Core Competencies:

• Caring/Compassion
• Accountability
• Dependability
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Effective Communication
• Detail Oriented
• Confidentiality
• Team Player
• Dedication

Physical Demands

Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Stand x

Walk x

Sit x

Talk or hear x

Finger, handle or feet x

Push/pull x

Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x

Reach with hands and arms x

Taste or smell x

This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Up to 10 lbs x

Up to 20 lbs x

Up to 50 lbsx

Up to 100 lbsx

> 100 lbsx

This job has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
• No Special Vision Requirements

This job has special hearing requirements.

• Ability to hear alarms on equipment
• Ability to hear client call
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff