Dietary Aide

The primary purpose of the dietary aide position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures.

Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.

Assist in serving meals as necessary, observing sanitation/safety requirements 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 worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.

Sweep and mop floors as directed.

Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.; including sharp utensils

Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.

Wash and clean utensils as directed, including sharp utensils

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 before distribution.

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

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.