Dietary Aide

The Diet Aid helps with the preparation and serving nutritious meals to patients. Below are some critical functions of this position!

• Set-up trays with proper dishes, glasses, cups, and eating utensils for meals to be served including correct assistive feeding devices as indicated on the tray card
• Prepare hot and cold foods and beverages for residents’ meals as assigned by the Cook or Dietary Services Supervisor, following recipes and posted menus, for both regular, modified, and therapeutic diets
• Read tray card. Check carefully for allergies, food likes/dislikes, specific instructions
• The correct type of food and texture as ordered by the diet with attention to serving modified and therapeutic diets
• Correct portion control
• Add correct condiments, i.e., salt, pepper, sugar, butter, etc.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident in all interactions
• Appreciates the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of resident and facility information Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property
• Must be neat and clean and well-groomed appearance
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions, and complete tasks assigned
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving
• Dependability
• Other duties as assigned by the Cook and/or Dietary Services Supervisor

PHYSICAL CAPACITIES: (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with assistance as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• Afternoon shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work setting:

• Nursing home

Application Question(s):

• Must be or willing to be vaccinated per CDPH guidelines

Experience:

• Dietary Department Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Food Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marysville, CA 95901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person