Description
Now Offering:
- Next Day Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Competitive Hourly Rates
Under the direct supervision of the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation, meal service, and the cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen and dining areas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks in accordance with established portion control procedures.
- Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, floors, dishes, and utensils.
- Distribute menus and verify meal trays for accuracy, including menu selections and prescribed diet requirements.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of food and supplies in compliance with safety standards.
- Follow Universal Precautions and all sanitary, safety, and infection control policies and procedures.
- Understand, comply with, and promote all rules regarding residents’ rights.
- Ensure adequate food and supplies are available for upcoming meals; assist with inventory control and proper storage of incoming items.
- Attend and actively participate in training sessions, educational activities, and staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience in a healthcare food service setting preferred, long-term care experience a plus.
- Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
- Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
- Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the use of mechanical devices):
- Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
- Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
- Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.
Work Environment:
- Long-term care facility setting.
- Exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs.
- May include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
Core Competencies:
- Resident-centered care
- Professionalism and ethical conduct
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Cultural sensitivity and respect
Employer Statement:
The facility is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.
Skills Required
- Experience in a healthcare food service setting or long-term care (preferred)
- Ability to interact positively with residents, families, regulatory agencies, and coworkers
- Maintain consistent attendance and willingness to work long or irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts
- Comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
- Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking for effective communication
- Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting
- Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks
- Follow universal precautions and sanitary, safety, and infection control policies
What We Do
Willis Nursing and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and rehabilitative care center located in Willis, Texas. Established in 1990, the facility provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. It is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its residents, promoting independence, and fostering a supportive, family-oriented environment for residents and their families within the community.
