What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary aide position at Fundamental?
POSITION SUMMARY : Do you love working in the kitchen? Do you find joy in preparing and serving fresh meals to others? Would knowing that the hard work you do, day in and day out, truly makes a difference in the lives of others?
The Dietary Aide position truly touches lives every single day our patients and long term residents look forward to their meal times and count on our staff to make it an enjoyable experience be part of a team that makes a difference every day. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Assist in the preparation and / or service of meals / food for patients, employees, and special events as instructed by the Dietary Manager.
- Serve food and snacks according to the planned menu / spreadsheet and the patient’s / resident's food preferences and diet order.
- Assist the Cook by ensuring the food prepared / and or pre-portioned using proper food handling / safety techniques and is of proper quantity, completed on time as scheduled, and is in accordance with the menu & residents’ diet order.
- May wash dishes, etc. when necessary or when instructed to do so by the Dietary Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :
- Must possess, as a minimum, High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D
- Food handler’s permit preferred according to local regulatory requirements
- Experience in food prep and service within a skilled nursing or long term care facility strongly preferred
Last updated : 2024-07-13