Dietary Aide

The Dietary Aide supports the daily dietary operations within the Skilled Nursing Department by delivering courteous, accurate, and efficient food and beverage service to residents and their guests. This role ensures meal preparation aligns with dietary specifications, supports the dietitian in managing resident dietary needs, and maintains exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service in all dining areas.

Sign-On Bonus : $500

Key Responsibilities

• Set up the dining room, prepare food items, update menus according to dietitian-approved changes, and ensure proper place settings for all meals.
• Meet with the dietitian regularly to review resident needs, dietary adjustments, allergies, textures, and medication-related restrictions.
• Update diet rosters, maintain accurate meal counts, and provide cooks with correct dietary and texture information.
• Serve meals according to resident dietary requirements while following portion control, plate presentation, and established food preparation standards.
• Maintain high visibility in dining rooms during meal periods, assist residents with seating, resolve customer concerns, and ensure overall satisfaction.
• Ensure timely clearing of dishes and transport to dishwashing areas.
• Support staffing needs during meal service and assist with resolving operational challenges.
• Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, labeling, dating, and temperature compliance standards, including proper use of handwashing protocols, gloves, hair nets, and PPE.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining rooms, service areas, and kitchens; complete required sanitation checklists.
• Manage menus and preferences for new residents in collaboration with the dietitian, ensuring therapeutic diets are accurately followed.
• Keep all resident and facility information safe and confidential as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Salary Range : $18.00 / hr - $19.00 / hr

Restaura, part of the Phoenix3 Collective portfolio, is a leading hospitality and culinary culture specialized in food and dining management services. Through its dedication to innovation and exceptional service, Restaura is setting new standards for food and dining management services in senior living and active aging communities. Restaura leverages state-of-the-art technology, data analytics, and forward-thinking strategies to craft dining experiences and business solutions tailored to the unique needs of its clients. Restaura combines the latest advancements in nutrition science, culinary artistry, and hospitality to create truly extraordinary experiences. More information about Restaura can be found at  Restaura | The Future of Senior Living Dining

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