Dietary Aide

Avenue 81
US - Kansas - Overland Park
December 11, 2024
Caregiving

Key Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Dietary aide assists in the kitchen area prior to, during and after meals are served. Assists in maintaining kitchen work areas; keeping equipment, utensils and food plates clean and orderly.

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Comply with the Facility's personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures
Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with dignity and respect
Report to work on time and as scheduled
Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies
Assist in serving meals and pouring beverages
Prepare and serve in between meal nourishment snacks
Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures
Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, food storage, etc
Sweep and mop floors as directed
Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils and other cooking equipment are readily available for next meal
Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc
Assist cook in preparing meals when needed
Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times
Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks
Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained
Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to your supervisor immediately
Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor on the shift in which they occur
Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies
Wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids
Report missing/illegible labels or safety data sheets to your supervisor

Essential Job/Physical Requirements

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Facility.

Regular worksite attendance
Must have successfully completed all ServSafe educational requirements
Must have basic computer skills
If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company's Motor Vehicles policy
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation
Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds. The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although hey may not be a requirement of the job

Primary Physical Requirements:
Lift up to 10 lbs: Constantly
Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Constantly
Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Occasionally
Lift over 50 lbs: Not required

Carry up to 10 lbs: Constantly
Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Frequently
Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely
Carry over 50 lbs: Not required

Reach above should height: Constantly
Reach at shoulder height: Constantly
Reach below shoulder height: Constantly

Push/Pull: Constantly

Hand Manipulation:
Grasping: Constantly
Handling: Constantly
Torquing: Frequently
Fingering: Frequently

Other Physical Considerations
Twisting, Bending, Crawling, Squatting, Kneeling, Crouching, Climbing and Balancing are all required

Employees may be required to operate and automobile and various games

Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the Facility
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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