Dietary Aide Tennessee State Veterans Homes Board

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2 Clarksville, TN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description

DIETARY AIDE

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FULL TIME Department:

Dietary Reports To:

Dietary Manager Shift:

Swing

• 5:30 a.m.
• 1:30 p.m. and 11:30 a.m.
• 7:30 p.

m.

PRIMARY DUTY

Assist Dietary Cooks in the preparation and service of meals served to residents by performing the proper procedures as outlined by state and federal regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in the preparation of food in quantities according to the menu, recipe and number of persons to be served Sets up dining room as instructed Prepares items such as salads and beverages Takes resident orders in dining room and serves meals to residents in a timely manner Cleans resident eating areas, work areas, equipment and utensils according to the proper procedures Collects and stacks dirty dishes on cart and returns cart to kitchen Washes cooking equipment, carts, pots, pans, dishes and utensils Cleans eating and prep surfaces, sweeps and mops floor Removes garbage Stores food in designated areas Responsible for care of food service equipment. Work cooperatively with food service staff and other departments. Assume Quality Assurance duties as assigned. Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers. Reports any issues or problems that may arise to Dietary Manager Complies with state and federal sanitation standards Responsible for care of food service equipment. Work cooperatively with food service staff and other departments. Assume Quality Assurance duties as assigned. Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability and readily available to work either shift dependent upon the daily needs of the department. Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and perform kitchen tasks safely. Previous experience serving meals in healthcare environmental services preferred. Language Ability

• to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information. Verbal Communication
• Talks to others to convey information effectively

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations Active Listening

• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times Safety and Security
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly Quality Management
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness Organizational Support
• Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events Planning/Organizing
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; advises for additional resources Attendance/Punctuality
• Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time Dependability
• Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan Professionalism
• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, taste, smell, stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers, handle, and feel and occasionally climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.

BENEFITS

401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Vision insurance Tennessee State Veterans' Home Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.