Dietary Aide

Job Opportunity

Dietary Aide
Starting Rate: up to $17.50/hour
Available Shifts: Part time 3pm-7pm and 4pm-7pm

About Us

As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation Assistance: Collaborating in the preparation of meals and snacks, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Dining Area Maintenance: Participating in the cleanup of dining spaces, contributing to a pleasant and hygienic environment for residents.
• Supply Management: Assisting in receiving, organizing, and storing supplies and food items, while also managing their rotation as per established guidelines.
• Interaction with Residents: Regularly engaging with residents to offer assistance and create a positive dining experience.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Maintaining cleanliness in work areas, including washing dishes, pans, and utensils to uphold sanitation standards.
• Compliance and Safety: Adhering strictly to infection control, safety protocols, and sanitation procedures within the facility.
• Maintenance and Reporting: Ensuring food storage and workspaces are clean and safe, and promptly reporting any safety or sanitation violations to the supervisor.
• Adherence to Regulations: Handling food in strict accordance with sanitary regulations to guarantee the safety and well-being of residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, turn, stoop and stretch.
• Ability to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights and to lift large items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to write and record data, to read and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in cases of emergency.
• Ability to communicate with residents, staff, family members in a professional manner.

Benefits

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service