Dietary

Responsible for preparation and direct dietary services of foods to residents/ consumers under the direction and supervision of the Dietary Manager. The position will provide direct dietary services to residents/consumers within the community. Generally, to be a part of a team effort for the overall effective operations to dining services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must be willing to follow standards and procedures set forth by the Dietary Manager. Knowledge of proper sanitation procedures for successful practice A high level of energy Good communication skills Good motivational skills Strong organization skills Be a team builder Have general knowledge of dietary systems Participates in a team approach to resident / consumer being cognizant of and responsive to the needs of that resident / consumer Acts as a resource person for staff regarding dietary / dining related concerns/issues Recognizes an on-going responsibility to work for the continuing improvement in the overall functioning of his/her specific area of Dietary / Dining and makes appropriate suggestions in this regard Participates in Quality Assurance activities as requested Attends a regular supervisory meeting with Management which includes staffing issues, troubleshooting, and dietary review Participates in staff training and education Performs clean-up duties as needed for each meal service Uses equipment and materials carefully, and in a safe manner, following correct operation and cleaning procedures Reports all repair and maintenance needs to the supervisor Performs other duties as assigned Legal Requirements Employees in this position must successfully pass all governmental and corporate required background investigations, such as, but not limited to, state required criminal history clearance investigations. Education and/or Experience Strong people skills are required. A background in restaurant food service is preferred. Knowledge of food handling, serving procedures, and experience in customer service is also preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations A current state food handler's card is mandatory, current driver's license is mandatory, and current ServeSafe Certificate is preferred, but not mandatory. Physical Demands The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus Able to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 lbs., hear, see, speak, sit, balance, kneel, reach, grasp, walk, stand, stoop, squat, and bend adequately perform the job functions. Must be able to perform functions related to the job safely and successfully, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law. Function with inside and outside environmental conditions. Ability to work on your feet and in the standing position for extended periods of time. Follow established performance standards and perform duties outlined in facility policies and procedures. Come to work in clean, neat attire consistently presenting a professional appearance as outlined in the Employee Handbook