Dietary Service Aid

About the role

The Dietary Aide, or Nutrition Aide, is responsible for preparing and delivering healthy meals and ensuring that patients have the proper foods based on their needs. They work closely with Dietitians, providing them details on allergies or restrictions to create plans accordingly. Food is prepared according to instructions while adhering strictly to safety and health standards. Strong attention to detail is used for all meal preparation to ensure patients receive appropriate food and nutritional needs. Effective communication skills are applied when working directly with patients, Dietitians, and other medical professionals. Dietary Aides work with patients to ensure they receive the nutrition they need throughout the day, guided by a lead Dietitian or Chef who oversees the distribution of food and drinks to patients throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, hospitality duties, and meal service, including serving food under the guidance of the Chef or Dietitian.
• Deliver dishes, trays, and designated times and rooms.
• Assist in setting up and clearing up dining areas with attention to cleanliness and order (includes dish, tray, trash, leftover removals).
• Follow all sanitation guidelines, federal / state regulations, and Senior Living / Healthcare requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of prep items.
• Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled and/or needed.
• Provide customer service and hospitality during nutrition delivery.

Qualifications

• Required Degree: High school diploma.
• Certificate(s): Current Food Handler’s Permit is required; Training in Servsafe is beneficial.
• Experience: Desired is one (1) year of food service experience including serving/waiting tables, cleaning and kitchen sanitation protocols, basic food/meal prep preferred.

Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written, English) with residents and staff.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions and follow safety practices.
• Must be cordial and congenial with residents.
• Must be dependable, detail oriented, organized, and have good follow through.
• Must be able to work within standard policy and procedures, and work with limited direct supervision.
• Must be able to handle various tasks and functions.
• Must be able to react calmly in emergency situations.
• Must show patience and