Dietary Aide I | Nutritional Services | Full-time

Job Summary

The Dietary Aide is cross-trained to perform tray line and dishwashing functions. Tray line personnel are responsible for the set-up of the patient and staff tray line following posted or individual menus. They are responsible for placing appropriate food and condiments on patient trays and also the cleanliness of the tray line area. Dishwashers are responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing of patient and staff meal trays, utensils, dishes, pots, pans and equipment utilized in the preparation and service of food.

Tray Line Function: Review and check diet order list obtained from the nurse's station, making the necessary changes in diets and notifying the cook as to the changes made; Set up the tray line and check prior to meal service to assure that it is ready for efficient and complete service of trays; Check food to ensure proper temperature for service; Keep the tray line sanitary and neat throughout the break or meal time service;

Work the charging station/cash register in the tray line area of the cafeteria; Place food on trays according to menu and diet regulations; Handle food and equipment in accordance with the sanitary practices of the dietary department; Serve snacks or between meal nourishment as required by the patient and as stipulated in the diet order for that patient; Clean up tray line area after meal service or tray service; Dispose of or store leftover food in accordance with accepted procedures;

Dishwashing Function: Set up of the loader position on the tray line for patient meal service; Load the patient trays into the food carts and delivering the food carts to the suites; Deliver nourishments to outpatient areas as ordered; Pick up the food carts containing soiled dishes and utensils and returning them to the dishwashing area for proper sanitizing; Clean and sanitize of all food preparation and service equipment, including the food carts, from all meals served and between meal nourishments.

Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills;
• Understanding of the importance of sanitary conditions and food temperature;
• Ability to work quickly to get food to patients and staff in a timely manner;
• Work collaboratively with co-workers within the Dietary department and those in other departments.
• Works independently and ensures the area is secure at end of shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Some experience in food service preferred.
• Computer Skills preferred.