DIET AIDE- Per Diem

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as

required.

• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.

• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.

• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and

procedures.

• Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.

• Sweep and mop floors as directed.

• Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.

• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.

• Wash and clean utensils as directed.

• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment,

supplies, etc.

• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.

• Assist cook in preparing meals.

• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.

• Obtain food supplies for next meal.

• Assist in checking diet trays after distribution.

• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.

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• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available

for next meal.

• Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.

• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.

• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures

when performing daily tasks.

• Ensure department is clean and safe by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies

are maintained.

• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment and accidents to supervisor immediately.

• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all

times.

• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.

• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.

• Report missing/illegible labels or MSDSs to supervisor.

• Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.