What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diet Aide position at Sippican Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Diet Aide
Sippican Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Marion, MA
Part-Time and Casual Positions Available
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs routine duties as assigned to meet the daily nutritional needs of the residents in a safe and sanitary manner.
Sets up trays and tables as required; serves in dining room as required; buses trays in dining room as required; assists in preparing, portioning, covering and dating food; uses and cleans food service equipment and work areas; and follows all cleaning schedules as directed.
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.
- Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.
- Must be sixteen (16) years of age.
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.
