Dietary Assistant

DIETARY ASSISTANT

This position is responsible for assisting with the storage, preparation, sanitation and delivery of food consistent with local, state and federal guidelines.

• 8th grade education or equivalent.
• Able to follow direction.
• Ability to read, speak, write and understand English.
• Ability to tactfully deal with facility personnel, residents, family members, visitors, etc.
• Meet all health requirements imposed by law.

• Set tables, serve food and clear tables using proper sanitary technique.
• Set up dietary trays in a sanitary manner consistent with pre-planned menu and in accordance with physician prescribed diet.
• Proper removal of dietary trays and transport to dishwashing area.
• Properly washes, sanitizes and stores dishes and equipment.
• Performs assigned cleaning duties.
• Inspects all equipment for proper functioning and safety prior to and during use. Notifies Maintenance immediately of repair needs.
• Follows established safety and infection control procedures.
• Participates in all required inservice training.
• Maintains safe working conditions and follows dress code.
• Reports to supervisor all complaints and grievances made by residents, families and visiting individuals.
• Adheres to and promotes Code of Conduct.
• All other duties as assigned.