A Dietary Aide works in kitchens such as hospital kitchens where cooking is done to meet specific dietary requirements. Assists with food preparation and other tasks.
1 Part Time Dietary Aide with the possibility to become full time Elk River Health & Nursing Center of Fayetteville is a long-term care facility (nursing home) located in Fayetteville, Tennessee. We are seeking an as needed dietary aide to join our Dietary Department. This position has the potential to go part time or full time. Shifts are rotating days and shifts will be either 5:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. or 11:00 a. m. - 7:30 p. m.
Dietary Aide duties:
Assist in food preparation and serving; maintain clean and sanitary conditions in the kitchen and dining areas under the supervision of the Dietary Manager or Cook. Essential Job Functions Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served. Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods. Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements to include dishware used by our residents. Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance. Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy. Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste. Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies. Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident. Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill & Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information. Minimum Qualifications Experience in preparing foods in large quantities. Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and follow instructions. Must be able to count quickly and accurately. Must be okay with handling food, handling and cleaning dirty dishes, and cleaning assigned areas up to the facility's standards. Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Organized and detailed in work performance. Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures. Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Working Conditions Fast paced, required to make decisions quickly Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. May work beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Must be okay with working in humid environment. Subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including COVID-19, TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals Applicants who are selected for this position will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening.
