Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide Bakersfield, CA Job Details Per diem $17.45 - $18.80 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Serving Food handling Skilled nursing facility experience Floor cleaning Labeling Dishwashing Sanitation High school diploma or GED Meal preparation Waste management Food preparation Entry level Full Job Description The Orchards Post-Acute is a community that offers nursing care and skilled nursing and is located in Bakersfield, California with 150 beds. Residents who live at the facility can choose from a range of studio room layouts. Why join us? We are committed to providing the best assistance to the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. We bring together a variety of experts and dedicated therapists to work with each resident in achieving their goals. We take great effort to be leaders in the skilled nursing community.

Position Overview:

The Dietary Aide provides assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures. As a Dietary Aide, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the opposition if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Assist in preparing palatable and appetizing meals in accordance with planned menus and temperature requirements on a timely basis. Assist in preparing food for therapeutic and texture modified diets in accordance with planned menus with established portion control procedures. Serve supplements, snacks, nourishments and beverages consistent with orders. Honor food preferences at meals and snacks within diet order specifications. Serve meal trays with appropriate utensils, and special equipment when ordered. Assist in preparing special event food as ordered. Perform timely daily or scheduled cleaning and mopping duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash the area. Wash, clean and store utensils and dishes as directed. Perform consistent, compliant waste management. Obtain food supplies for the next meal. Assist in checking diet trays before distribution Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas. Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures in a timely fashion. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for the next meal. Prepare, label and deliver nourishments, etc., as instructed. Store food upon delivery, ensuring acceptable conditions.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED. A minimum of 6 months of experience in skilled nursing is preferred.

Benefits:

Paid sick leave PTO Dental Vision 401(k) Healthcare insurance Life insurance We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.