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Job Title:

Dietary Aide FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Position Summary:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for assisting with food preparation, meal service, sanitation, and maintaining a clean, safe dining environment for residents in a long-term care facility. This position plays an important role in supporting residents' nutritional needs while providing courteous, compassionate service that promotes dignity and quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and assemble meals according to approved menus and therapeutic diets. Set up dining rooms and prepare food trays for meal service. Deliver meals and snacks to residents promptly and accurately. Assist residents during mealtimes as assigned while encouraging independence and respecting resident dignity. Follow special diet orders and portion control guidelines. Stock food, beverages, and supplies as needed. Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment. Clean and sanitize kitchen work areas, dining rooms, food carts, and equipment according to infection control and sanitation standards. Properly store food items following food safety regulations Monitor food temperatures and document as required. Dispose of trash and recyclables according to facility procedures. Report equipment malfunctions, food shortages, or safety concerns to the Dietary Manager. Follow all federal, state, local, and facility policies regarding food safety, infection prevention, and resident rights. Maintain confidentiality of resident information in accords with HIPPA regulations. Attend required staff meetings and mandatory in-service training. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Food service experience in healthcare or long-term care preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Strong customer service and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates compassion, patience, and respect when interacting with elderly residents.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Frequent bending, reaching, stooping and twisting Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments Manual dexterity to safely operate food service equipment.

Working Conditions:

Long-term care or skilled nursing facility environment. Exposure to commercial kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, heat, steam, and refrigerated areas. May work weekends, holidays, evenings and rotating shifts.

Certifications:

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