What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs routine duties as assigned to meet the daily nutritional needs of the residents in a safe and sanitary manner.
TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Director of Food Services / Cook
POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience
Interested in the Dietary needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with the elderly.
Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Fluent knowledge of the MSOffice Suite and other office equipment.
Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.
Working Conditions: Works in a well-lighted and ventilated work area subject to temperature changes.
Physical Requirements:
Stands approximately 95% of the workday. Includes bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, and twisting 60% of the day. Carries up to 50 lbs. daily. Pushes and pulls carts carrying equipment and supplies 25% of the workday. Performs repetitive movements throughout the workday. Works with potentially hazardous equipment which must be handled properly, i.e., knives, dish machine, blender.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
1.) Safely operates all job-related food service equipment.
2.) Follows systems as indicated.
3.) Utilizes knowledge of proper food handling and infection control and observes proper sanitary techniques.
4.) Understands and adheres to all safety, sanitation, fire and disaster and personnel policies and procedures of the facility.
5.) Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.
6.) Follow and comply with all State and Federal regulations as well as established Personnel Policies and Procedures.
7.) Maintain all pertinent records in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.
8.) Project a professional image always.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1.) Works with dietician and Food Service Manager to ensure that production sheets and menus are consistent.
2.) Understands and complies with posted work schedules.
3.) Prepares, portions, and serves appropriate and adequate amounts of food items, beverages, and desserts for meal service according to menu and prescribed therapeutic diets in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner.
4.) Assists with preparation and production of vending par levels (entrees, snacks, beverages, and desserts).
5.) Prepares and delivers nourishments at appropriate times according to procedure in a safe and sanitary manner.
6.) Sets up trays and/or place settings according to prescribed therapeutic diets according to procedure in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner.
7.) Assists with meal set up at mealtime according to the diet card, considering therapeutic diets, food preferences and consistencies to meet each resident's individual dietary needs.
8.) Properly stores all food items and supplies according to procedure including the storage of chemicals.
9.) Stocks all needed items in appropriate quantities for the proper functioning of the Dietary Department.
10.) Prepares, washes, sanitizes, and properly handles dishes and utensils or pots, pans, and cooking utensils according to procedure in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner.
11.) Properly operates, cleans, and sanitizes any equipment or carts utilized according to procedure in a safe and sanitary manner.
12.) Cleans food service working area as assigned according to posted work and cleaning schedules. Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly work environment including trash removal and cleaning of trash receptacles.
13.) Performs other related duties and attends meetings as may be deemed necessary by Supervisor / Administrator and or Director.
