What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Overland Park Post Acute?
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Dietary Aide
Explore our culture, where our dietary team members, like YOU, make a difference every day—providing exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. Located in beautiful Overland Park, Kansas, we are proud to be a top choice for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in Johnson County. Schedule a visit today and discover hour our exceptional team is raising standards in resident care. You will experience a welcoming environment filled with familiar, friendly faces every day.
Join our dedicated team as a Dietary Aide, where you will play a vital role in delivering nutritious meals to residents in a nursing home, assisted living, or senior living community. In this role, you will assist with food preparation, serving meals, dishwashing, and ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining environment.
Dietary Aides work closely with cooks and dietary supervisors, following meal service schedules and maintaining high standards of food safety and resident satisfaction. Assignments are determined based on the shift’s needs, making flexibility and teamwork essential. Whether you're preparing trays, delivering meals, or assisting residents with dietary needs, your contributions will directly impact their well-being and quality of life.
If you are passionate about healthcare, food service, and providing excellent care to seniors, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful difference every day!
Our Mission:
To revolutionize the delivery, leadership, and quality of post-acute care across the country.
Our Values:
- Love: Care begins with compassion and heart.
- Excellence: Every day, we strive to improve and deliver the best care.
- Trust: Integrity drives every decision we make.
- Accountability: We own our actions and their outcomes.
- Mutual Respect: We treat everyone with kindness and dignity.
- Fun: Joy is part of the journey—every single day!
Care Comes First – We lead with compassion, delivering personalized, high-quality care that meets the unique needs of every resident.
Expert Team – Work alongside top-tier licensed medical professionals who are passionate about excellence in healthcare.
Modern Facilities – Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art environment with cutting-edge medical technology and comfortable spaces.
Holistic Approach – Be part of a team that values physical, emotional, and social well-being, offering residents a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.
Community Connection – Help foster strong relationships between our residents and the local community through engaging events and activities.
If you’re ready to make an impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, join Overland Park Post Acute and be part of the team that sets the standard for care in Overland Park!
Who are we looking for?
The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting with daily food service operations, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, and supporting the dietary team to ensure high-quality meal preparation and service for residents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Learn food service routines quickly to ensure efficient operations.
- Set up meal trays and assist in serving meals.
- Strip returned trays and operate the dishwasher for cleaning.
- Monitor and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of the dishwashing machine at the start of the shift and during cycles.
- Prepare nourishments and snacks for residents
- Sweep and mop the kitchen and maintain clean floors.
- Dispose of trash and garbage properly.
- Safely organize and store groceries.
- Clean work surfaces, refrigerators, and leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary condition.
- Aid the cook or dietary supervisor as needed.
- Participate in orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
- Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel across all departments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Language Skills:
- Ability to read and understand technical procedures and recipes.
- Capable of effectively presenting information and responding to questions from managers and team members.
Mathematical Skills:
- Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Must obtain and maintain a valid food handler’s certificate.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods in a kitchen environment.
Why Join Our Team?
- Aggressive Wages: depending on relevant experiences
- Comprehensive Affordable Benefits: Medical (BCBS), dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and your birthday as a paid holiday!
- Career Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and professional development to support your aspirations.
- A Positive Environment: A supportive workplace where your skills and contributions make a meaningful impact.
Apply Today! Ready to make a difference in residents' lives? Join a team that’s committed to love, excellence, and fun.
