Dietary Aide, On Call - Clarkfield Care Center

• Location 805 5th Street,PO Box 458,Clarkfield, MN, 56223,United States
• Base Pay $19.10 - $19.10 / Hour
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type On Call
• Manage Others No

• Name Abby Strom
• Phone
• Email astrom@mchs-healthcare.org

TITLE: Dietary Aide/ Cook

REPORTS TO: Dietary Manager

Job Summary:

Preparation and service of meals to the residents of Clarkfield Care Center. This position will assist in the cleanup and dishwashing process after meals. The Dietary Aide/ Cook will follow dietary regulations and any dietary restrictions.

Qualifications:Must be able to read, write and speak English. Must be able to follow directions and perform assigned tasks. Must be able to relate work with geriatric residents and understand their special needs. Complete and pass a state required background study form which checks for certain criminal convictions or serious/recurring maltreatment.

General Responsibilities:

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Ensure that menus and alternates are compiled in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all food production is completed to assure meals are served on times.
• Participate in and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned or may be necessary.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, in-service training programs, etc, as directed.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Deliver/ transport meals to Valhalla Assisted Living.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets per policy.
• Prepare food with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare all snacks.
• Prepare and serve substitutes to residents who refuse meal or request alternatives.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policy and procedure.
• Ensure that safety regulations and precautions, Infection Control procedures, and Universal Precautions are being used when performing daily tasks.
• Assist daily in cleaning schedule duties.
• Report all hazardous equipment to Manager. Report all accidents promptly.
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner.
• Report any missing MSDS labels to Manager.
• Ensure that food and supplies for the next day are readily available and frozen foods to be thawed are out in cooler 48 hours prior.
• Assist in inventory of items. As deliveries are made cook is to place frozen foods in freezer as soon as possible.
• Recommend any equipment needs to the Manager.
• Keep kitchen orderly. Wipe down all ovens, stovetop daily when shift completed. Sweep floors. Mop floor after supper. Sanitize counters and sinks.
• Check cooler/freezer temperatures every shift.
• Take and record food temperatures at every meal.
• Assist in preparing food for special events, activities, etc.
• Wear hair nets and nametags at all times.
• Label any food that has been opened or leftovers food that is to be saved. Works to meet goals of the facility with enthusiasm and a spirit of cooperation.
• Basic competencies of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and misappropriation of resident property.
• Basic competencies of dementia management, infection control and other areas as identified through the facility assessment.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities required by OSHA Hazard communication, HIPPA, QAPI and other organizations.
• Respond to emergency codes, ie: fire
• Other duties as directed.

Clarkfield Care Center offers a variety of benefits to full and part time employees:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - CCC pays 70% of employee health premiums

100% of dental, basic life and STD

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Time Off to include Vacation and Sick Time

Recognized Holidays

PERA Retirement

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Clarkfield Care Center/ Home Care policy forbids employees and associates from discriminating against anyone based on race, religion, color, creed, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Clarkfield Care Center/ Home Care is committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career advancement.…