DIET AIDE

Job Description

Job Description

Summary :

The Dietary Aide provides assistance in all dietary functions as directed / instructed and in

accordance with established dietary policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as

required.

procedures.

supplies, etc.

for next meal.

when performing daily tasks.

are maintained.

times.

Qualifications :

Working Conditions

While performing duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of resident

conditions and elements. The noise level is moderate. Must be able to detect environmental

odors, tolerate cold, heat, and will have frequent contact with water.

Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions.

Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies / personnel, etc., under all

conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family

members, etc. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department

supervisors. Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily,

when necessary. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather,

evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is

subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, etc., throughout the work day, and to reactions from

dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.

Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and

Hepatitis B viruses. Maintains a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for

dietary services / activities. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous

chemicals.