Dietary Aide

Now Hiring Dietary Aides

The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting in food preparation and serving of foods in accordance with planned menus, established portion control procedures, and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. He / she will help to ensure that the highest level of quality food products are delivered and maintained.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR DIETARY AIDE

• Adheres to all nutrition therapy and dietary services programs including : Eagleview Health Rehab Dining Services menus and diet manual, nutrition and dining services policies and procedures, and internal nutrition programs.
• Assists in preparing and serving of meals and snacks timely and in accordance with standardized recipes and therapeutic diet orders. Makes only authorized food substitutions.
• Monitors and documents food temperatures daily as required by Eagleview Health Rehab policy and procedure, and all applicable federal state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
• Ensures appropriate dietary utensils and equipment are provided with residents’ trays.
• Assists with daily or scheduled cleaning duties in the dietary department and performs all tasks in accordance with established sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitors walk-in refrigerators and freezer temperatures daily as required by Eagleview Health Rehab  policy and procedure, and all applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Assists in identifying and storing incoming foods, supplies and equipment. Recommends to Food Services Director the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Participates in the Continuous Corporate Quality Improvement Program to enhance the quality of resident care in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern long term care facilities.
• Attends and participates in facility training sessions, workshops, seminars, etc. to keep self abreast of current changes in the dining services field.
• Maintains resident confidentiality and treats residents with dignity, kindness, and respect.

General Dietary Aide Responsibilities

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