Job Overview Summary :
The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.
Note : The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
Functions :
- Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment
- Prepare patient trays according to instructions / order
- Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays
- Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned
- Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned
- Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned
- Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed
- Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
- Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
- Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
- Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients
Qualifications :
Must be at least 17 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills :
- Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
- Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
- Ability to create a resident-centered environment
- Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
- Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations
Required Responsibilities :
Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.
Core Competencies :
- Caring / Compassion
- Accountability
- Dependability
- Adaptability / Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Confidentiality
- Team Player
- Dedication
Physical Demands
Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.
Amount of Time
NoneOccasionally up to 1 / 3Frequently 1 / 3 to 2 / 3Constantly 2 / 3 or more
Stand x
Walk x
Sit x
Talk or hear x
Finger, handle or feet x
Push / pull x
Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x
Reach with hands and arms x
Taste or smell x
This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.
NoneOccasionally up to 1 / 3Frequently 1 / 3 to 2 / 3Constantly 2 / 3 or more
Up to 10 lbs x
Up to 20 lbs x
Up to 50 lbsx
Up to 100 lbsx
100 lbsx
This job has special vision requirements.
- Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
- Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
- Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
- Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
- Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
- Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
- No Special Vision Requirements
This job has special hearing requirements.
- Ability to hear alarms on equipment
- Ability to hear client call
- Ability to hear instructions from physician / department staff