Dietary Aide

About the Role

Performs a variety of tasks usually not requiring cooking skills in the preparation, service, and clean up for meals served to patients and staff in the nursing center and other special events.

Responsibilities

• Assists cook as directed by the food service director
• Prepares and labels nourishments according to center procedures
• Prepares and portions desserts, salads, and other non-entrée foods into dishes; pours beverages
• Follows production sheets and pre-preparation sheets or guidelines when appropriate

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and understand English for business necessity
• Basic understanding of sanitation, organization, and safety
• Prior experience in food service preferred
• Prior experience in long-term care preferred