Dietary Aide Jobs

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Summary
This position will allow the opportunity to perform both Dietary Aide and Cook responsibilities/duties. Dietary Aides perform a variety of food service functions in maintaining clean and sanitary conditions of food service areas, facilities, and equipment. They may also assist in some aspects of food preparation. Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of food for customers, employees, and visitors. They prepare food according to recipes and plans cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Handles and prepares food in accordance with federal, state and local sanitary regulations.
• Takes food temperatures per policy and insures food items are prepared, cooled and stored in adherence to corporate, local, state and federal guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Takes accurate measures to avoid food waste, including participating in production meetings with supervisor(s) and use of production sheets.
• Prepares nutritionally appropriate and appetizing meals, including modified consistency and therapeutic diets, as prescribed by the attending physician. Meets required meal schedules.
• Handles food and equipment according to corporate, local, state and federal sanitation policies and procedures.
• Delivers food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas as instructed by supervisor.
• Is aware of safety regulations and responsibilities in operating all equipment.
• Prepares and delivers snacks.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of sanitation practices relating to food handling.
• Must have the ability to follow diet lists, portion foods as specified, and serve food in an appetizing manner.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have knowledge of the methods and techniques of handling and serving food.