Description
JOB TITLE: DIETARY AIDE
JOB CODE: 100
DEPARTMENT: NURSING
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: DIETARY MANAGER
JOB SUMMARY: The Dietary Aide assists the Cook in the preparation and service of meals. Utilizes protective gear in all appropriate functions. Places prepared food on plates/trays in accordance with tray tickets in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Food Services Manager or Cook, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. Prepares and delivers food and trays, wash dishes and cleans and sanitizes kitchen according to health standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- The Dietary Aide must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
- Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
- Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
- Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
- Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods.
- General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
- Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
- Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
- Ability to interact positively with residents, client and other personnel and the public.
- Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course within 60 days.
Preferred:
- Specialized training in foodservice is desirable
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 30 pounds, push/pull a
maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time.
WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical
Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Complete an approved sanitation and safety course within 60 days
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English and follow directions
- Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods
- Experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods
- General knowledge and understanding of nutrition
- Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety and sanitation procedures
- Ability to read and accurately apply food tray cards/tray tickets
- Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required
- Written and oral communication skills
- Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, personnel, and the public
- Must be able to work around food and cleaning products
- Specialized training in foodservice
What We Do
Caraday Healthcare is a Texas-based provider of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care services. They operate multiple communities across Texas, focusing on compassionate, clinical excellence and personalized care plans for residents. Their mission is to provide an environment where residents feel fulfilled and team members find purpose, guided by the 'Caraday Way' of integrity and service.
