Dietary Aides

Job description

Duties:

• Larchwood Inns and the PARC is one of Grand Junction’s finest senior care facilities. Established in 1995, Larchwood has been caring for Colorado’s seniors for more than 25 years. Our values are compassion, family, respect, and dignity.

The position

Responsibilities:
Be motivated and work productively. Daily, set exemplary standards of ethics and care of the employer’s resources and property; support company philosophies and goals; function as a team player; and help maintain good communication within the department and between the department and others within the facility.

• Identifies workplace hazards and takes necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize them. Takes overall responsibility for implementation and enforcement of the facility safety plan within the department.
• Assures that sanitation and housekeeping procedures are carried out properly within the facility and department safety plan.
• Exercises compassion and respect in all interactions with residents and families.
• Attends work regularly without excessive absences or tardiness.
• Assists cooks as requested and directed in the preparation of meals and snacks.
• Follows and meets HACCP and Mesa County Health Department sanitation standards during meal preparation.
• Passes Snacks to residents on scheduled intervals.
• Prepares food carts, wraps silverware, lines tray and completes other preparations for meal service.
• Checks status of various beverage dispensers and refill as necessary.
• Washes with soapy water and/or sanitizing solution surfaces of food preparation and serving areas, equipment, walls, floors and other items or areas as directed.
• Assists in serving hall carts and dining room meals in a timely manner, making sure residents received all food requested and food/drink according to their therapeutic needs.
• Serves food according to portion and quality control; checks food to be served for proper service temperatures.
• Uses care in use of supplies and equipment, and reports equipment and supply need to the Dietary Director.
• Ensures cooking and food supplies are stocked and well organized.

About you

If you are a self-starter, proactive and passionate about senior care and the community, and excited to grow with Larchwood. If you don't have a dietary background; no problem we will train the right person.

Building your career at Larchwood

Larchwood Inns is a family for our residents and for our employees. We value each and every person and offer a path to developing yourself and your career with us.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a dietary or food service role is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking techniques are a plus
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Excellent communication skills

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Junction, CO 81506: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person