Dietary Aide, Meade Street Residence (Part time)

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Director, Dietary Operations, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of duties directly related to the set-up, service, breakdown, and clean-up resulting from the provision of food service to patients, clients, residents, employees and guests of Allied Services. Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma Or Equivalent

WORK EXPERIENCE

Institutional Or Commercial Food Service Experience Preferred

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable)
• Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff and visitors
• Must be able to read
• Ability To Perform Mathematical Functions (simple Calculations, Conversions) Required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Moderate Work: duties require exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or up to 10lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (i.e., occasional patient transfers)
• Individual will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift
• Ability to transport self throughout facility is required

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS

• Individual may be subject to minor burns, scrapes, cuts, slips and falls in performance of normal duties

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in a well-lit, ventilated area
• Occasional variances in temperatures (hot/cold) in performance of normal duties