Dietary Aide

A dietary aide is position in the food-service industry and works to help prepare and serve food for Residents in assisted living or medical facilities.
A dietary aide helps, prepare and chop ingredients and keep food preparation areas sanitized and orderly.

Responsibilities for Dietary Aide Organize and adjust tables for dining areas, paying special attention to cleanliness and ease of useAssist Chefs and cooks with preparing and serving meals for the facilityDeliver meals and food trays to Residents at predetermined timesRemove plates and serve ware upon the completion of a Resident finishing their mealDiscard trash and remove waste after scheduled timesMaintain clean and orderly food stationsMonitor pantry stock and inform management of items running low and in need or re-ordering Qualifications for Dietary Aide A professional certification in food sanitation is required after 30 days.
Experience working in a medical environment or in customer service is preferredBasic understanding of kitchen cookware and appliancesExcellent teamwork and communication skills are needed to successfully interact with elderly ResidentsAbility to work on your feet and in the standing position for an extended periodFlexibility in terms of availability, able to work holidays and weekend generally preferred Ability to lift and transport heavy trays and carts as neededExperience working with elderly Residents or those with special needs is preferred Candidates who have experience in food and customer service tend to excel in the role of a dietary aide.