What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at Runk & Pratt Senior Living Communities - Smith...?
Runk and Pratt Senior Living Community at Smith Mountain Lake is growing and looking for a dedicated and caring Dietary Aide for our seniors. Requires every other weekend.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures that foods served are at the correct temperatures
- Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors
- Provides superior customer service to the residents for whom mealtimes may be the most valued social experience during the day
- Accommodates the needs of the residents by making any changes residents request pleasantly and timely
- Possesses knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation measures
- Possesses knowledge of surface safe procedures
- Safely operates cooking and cleaning equipment: dishwashers, stoves, steam tables and other equipment
- Safely operates hot and cold beverage dispensers
- Ensures that frozen, cold and dry foods are stored properly.
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
- Follows all health and safety requirements concerning safety and operation of kitchen equipment
- Knowledge of serving techniques, portion control and presentation
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:
- Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. without limitations using proper body mechanics
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Able to tolerate fluctuating temperatures in Kitchen
- Able to kneel, bend and crawl
- Able to squat and crouch
- Able to work in confined areas
- Able to tolerate exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals
- Able to work under stress, maintaining composure and patience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from high school or GED
- Complete annual in-service training as required
- State Police background check that is free from barrier offenses
- A current Tuberculosis test on or within 7 days prior to the first day of employment and free from Tuberculosis
- The ability to meet Physical Requirements for Position
- Schedules are flexible based on needs of residents
- At least every other weekend & holiday hours required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Hardy, VA 24101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $13