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POSITION:The Dietary Aide is to assist the Cook in the preparation and service of meals.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Set-up trays with proper dishes, glasses, cups and eating utensils for meals to be served including correct assistive feeding devices as indicated on the tray card
Prepare hot and cold foods and beverages for residents meals as assigned by the Cook or Dietary Services Supervisor, following recipes and posted menus, for both regular, modified and therapeutic diets
Serve food for meal delivery:
Read tray card. Check carefully for allergies, food likes/dislikes, specific instructions
Place on tray
Correct type and amount of beverages
Correct type of food and texture as ordered by the diet with attention to serving modified and therapeutic diets
Correct portion control
Add correct condiments, i.e., salt, pepper, sugar, butter, etc.
Special requested items
Recheck items on tray with tray card to insure resident receives correct diet
Assist with social dining/meal service if required
Prepare nourishments
Clean food preparation utensils, dishes, and preparation areas after use
Follow posted cleaning schedule utilizing proper procedures
Practice infection control policies and procedures of the department and facility
Practice safety policies and procedures of the department and facility
React appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations
Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility personnel, residents and public
Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduate or equivalent preferred
Experience in working in kitchen of communities or institutions that provide meals to large groups of people on a daily basis is preferred
