Dietary Aide

Job Overview Summary:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.

Note:

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Functions:
Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment
Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order
Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays
Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned
Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned
Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned
Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed
Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients
Qualifications:

Must be at least 17 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
Ability to create a resident-centered environment
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations
Required Responsibilities:

Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.

Core Competencies:

Caring/Compassion
Accountability
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Effective Communication
Detail Oriented
Confidentiality
Team Player
Dedication
Physical Demands

Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Stand x

Walk x

Sit x

Talk or hear x

Finger, handle or feet x

Push/pull x

Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x

Reach with hands and arms x

Taste or smell x

This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.


Up to 10 lbs x

Up to 20 lbs x

Up to 50 lbsx

Up to 100 lbsx

> 100 lbsx

This job has special vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
No Special Vision Requirements
This job has special hearing requirements.

Ability to hear alarms on equipment
Ability to hear client call
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff