Dietary Aide Southwestern Nursing home

NEW STARTING RATES

We are hiring Full-time & Part-time positions

The Food Service Aide works in the kitchen assisting in the preparation and service of food and follows a cleaning schedule. The service of food may include the transporting of food trays to the nursing units.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Food Service Aide may be responsible for some and / or all of the following functions some and / or all of the time under the assignment and direction of his / her supervisor.

• Prepares and / or assists in preparation of meals, snacks and beverages.
• Responsible for or assists in assembling trays, cleaning and storage of supplies and equipment.
• Continuously cleans food service work areas as food preparation and service is done.
• Labels nourishment and sends or transports them to resident floors.
• Transporting trays and carts to or from the resident floors.
• Uses all equipment according to manufacturer instructions. Follow proper cleaning techniques and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Handles, stores, and disposes of food supplies and prepares food in accord with department procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Follows facility policies and procedures for infection control at all times to maintain sanitary preparation and storage areas. Uses personal protective equipment when indicated. .
• Communicates with Director of Food Service or Assistant Director of Food Service throughout shift as needed to best meet needs of residents.