Dietary Aide

Department

Food and Nutrition Services

Reports to

Dietitian/Director of Food Services

Reporting to this position

None

Job Classification

Department Staff

Position Purpose

Provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.

RequiredQualifications

High school diploma preferred

Availability for either shift preferred; some weekends required.

Major Dutiesand Responsibilities

The dietary aide works with thefacility's Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implementsrecommended changes as required. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Ensures that food procedures arefollowed in accordance with established policies.

The dietary aide assists with theservice and delivery of food trays to designated areas, cleaning of the kitchenper established protocols, and proper washing and cleaning of food utensils anddishes.

Prepares and delivers snacks as directed.

Assigned Tasks

Serves meals in accordance to establishedportion control procedures Serves meals that are appetizing andpalatable in appearance Serves meals as necessary and on a timelybasis Prepares desserts Assists in daily cleaning duties as assignedto include work tables, meat blocks, and refrigerators/freezers in accordanceto established policies and procedures Sweep and mops floors as directed Washes and cleans utensils, dishes and cookingitems according to established policies and procedures. Sorting and stacking ofclean dishes Carries out garbage and keeps the work areaclean, dry and free of hazards Sets up meal trays, beverages, food carts,dining room, etc., as instructed Collects and distributes menus as instructed Assists in checking dietary trays beforedistribution and delivering food carts to designated areas Removes food carts, food trays from diningrooms to dishwashing area for cleaning. Emptying of food carts, scraping and rackingof soiled dishes

AdditionalTasks

Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents' rights

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor Follows established infection controlpolicies and procedures

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency Maintains food storage areas in a clean andproperly arranged manner at all times Ensures the department, necessary equipmentand supplies are clean and maintained in a safe manner Assists in inventorying and storing in-comingfood, supplies, etc., as necessary Ensures food and supplies for the next mealare readily available

PersonalSkills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work Ability to make independent decisions whencircumstances warrant such action Ability to deal tactfully with personnel,residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and thegeneral public Must have patience, tact, and willingness todeal with difficult residents, family and staff Must not pose a threat to the health andsafety of other individuals in the workplace Must be able to move intermittentlythroughout the workday Meets general health requirements accordingto facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunitystatus to various infectious diseases

Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position

May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants

Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis

May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel Must be able to follow oral and writteninstructions Must maintain the care and use of supplies,equipment, work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areasfor sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties Must be able to move intermittentlythroughout the workday Works in well-lit, ventilated area. Atmosphere is warm for cooking Subject to frequent interruptions Communicates with medical and nursing staff,and other departments Subject to call-back during emergencyconditions May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures inthe kitchen/storage areas

Complianceas a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal

Agreement to abide by all standards,policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility's complianceand ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating jobperformance. Violations, includingfailure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to andincluding termination.

This job description is intended to conveythe general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in thisposition. Other tasks not listed heremay be assigned by the Administrator. Periodicrevision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on longterm care by various governmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/orrevised annually and as needed.

Individualperformance will be evaluated using the following scale:

Unsatisfactory: Achievesresults which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factorsrated.

NeedsImprovement: Achievesresults which are less than the standards identified for the performancefactors rated. Exhibits the potential tobecome a competent performer. May be newto job or need skill development.

MeetsStandards: Achievesresults which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level ofperformance.

ExceedsStandards: Achievesresults which usually exceed the standards identified for the performancefactors rated.

ReasonableAccommodation Statement

Consistentwith the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rightslaw], it is the policy of [Facility Name] to provide reasonable accommodationwhen requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unlesssuch accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonableaccommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the applicationprocess. If reasonable accommodation isneeded, please contact [include name and/or department, telephone, and e-mailaddress].