Dietary Aide

The Loft of PeoriaPeoria, IL

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

The Loft of Peoria -

DIETARY AIDE

The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Peoria is a skilled nursing facility in Peoria, Illinois. At The Loft, our commitment is to quality resident experience and strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same dedication to employee satisfaction. You will be a valued part of The Team at The Loft of Peoria!

JOB SUMMARY FOR DIETARY AIDE :

We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Dietary Aide. The Dietary Aide is responsible for aiding all food functions as directed / instructed and by established food policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR DIETARY AIDE :

Review, prepare & serve meals by planned menus with standardized recipes & special diet orders. Prepare & serve residents nutritional bedtime snacks and substitute foods for residents who refuse foods served. Also, ensure food, etc., is prepared by sanitary regulations.
Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean & safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment & supplies are maintained. The Dietary Aide must also ensure the facility's Infection Control Precautions standards are followed when performing daily tasks.
Perform dishwashing / cleaning procedures, assuring that utensils, etc., are readily available for the next meal.
Prepare & deliver snacks, etc., as instructed. Deliver food carts and trays to designated areas. Serve food and drinks in the dining room as required. Sweeping & mopping floors in the kitchen / dish room as instructed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR DIETARY AIDE :

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

Must maintain the care & use of supplies, equipment, and the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition & enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

Must be able to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some food handling experience is required.

Basic awareness / knowledge of sanitation practices as it relates to food preparation

Experience in a long-term care facility is preferred

Ability to read, speak, and understand English

Good verbal and written communication skills

Compassion and tolerance for older adults

We offer competitive wages with vacation, sick, and holiday pay. We also provide medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for all full-time positions.

If you want to make a difference in people's lives, apply today!

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Dietary Aide • Peoria, IL