What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Aide position at West Tennessee Post-Acute?
Why Join us?
At West Tennessee Post-Acute, our team is committed to creating a supportive, patient-centered environment where both residents and staff can thrive.
If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care and being part of a compassionate and skilled team, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents!
Position Overview:
Assist in preparing palatable and appetizing meals in accordance with planned menus and temperature requirements on a timely basis.- Assist in preparing food for therapeutic and texture modified diets in accordance with planned menus with established portion control procedures.
- Serve supplements, snacks, nourishments and beverages consistent with orders.
- Honor food preferences at meals and snacks within diet order specifications.
- Serve meal trays with appropriate utensils, and special equipment when ordered.
- Assist in preparing special event food as ordered.
- Perform timely daily or scheduled cleaning and mopping duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash the area.
- Wash, clean and store utensils and dishes as directed.
- Perform consistent, compliant waste management.
- Obtain food supplies for the next meal.
- Assist in checking diet trays before distribution
- Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
- Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures in a timely fashion. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for the next meal.
- Prepare, label and deliver nourishments, etc., as instructed.
- Store food upon delivery, ensuring acceptable conditions.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A minimum of 6 months of experience in skilled nursing is preferred.
Benefits:
- Paid sick leave
- PTO
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Healthcare insurance
- Life insurance
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.