Find & Apply For Dietary Aide Jobs in Redding, California

A Dietary Aide is responsible for preparing and serving meals to patients while ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions and maintaining a clean work environment.

Key Responsibilities Meal Preparation :

Prepare and cook meals according to specific dietary requirements and instructions from dietitians or nutritionists. This includes ensuring that meals are nutritious and meet the health needs of patients.

Food Delivery :

Deliver meals to patients in a timely manner, ensuring that food is served at the correct temperature and in an appealing manner.

Sanitation and Cleanliness :

Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area by following established health and safety regulations. This includes washing dishes, cleaning work surfaces, and disposing of waste properly.

Collaboration :

Work closely with dietitians, dietary managers, and kitchen staff to ensure that all dietary needs are met and to communicate any changes in patients' dietary requirements.

Inventory Management :

Assist in managing food supplies, including checking in deliveries, stocking shelves, and monitoring inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies are available. Required Skills and Qualifications Attention to

Detail :

Strong attention to detail is essential for following dietary guidelines and ensuring food safety.

Communication Skills :

Effective communication skills are necessary for interacting with patients, kitchen staff, and healthcare professionals.

Customer Service Orientation :

A focus on providing excellent service to patients and their families is crucial.

Basic Cooking Skills :

Familiarity with food preparation and cooking techniques is important, along with knowledge of nutrition and dietary restrictions.

Physical Stamina :

The role often requires standing for long periods and performing physical tasks such as lifting and carrying food items. Work Environment Dietary Aides typically work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. They may work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, to ensure that meals are provided consistently to patients. This role is often seen as a stepping stone for individuals interested in pursuing careers in healthcare and nutrition, providing valuable experience in a supportive environment. Indeed +4 Will cross train as cook backup if qualified.

Pay:

$17.30 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Relocate:

Redding, CA 96001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person