Dietary Aide/Dishwasher

Dietary Aide/Dishwasher - Full Time

Up to $17.60 per hour

Job type

• Full-time

Number of openings for this position

• 1

Schedule

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Other

Job description

6:30a - 2:30p shift

• We are open 365 days a year.
• Non-slip shoes and a desire to work required

JOB DESCRIPTION: Dietary Aide/Dish Washer

DEPARTMENT: Dining Services

REPORTS TO: Day Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities

• Places prepared food on plates/trays in accordance with tray tickets in line with our established policies and procedures. May be directed by the Nutrition Services Director/Supervisor or Cook, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.
• Assists in clean up, washing dishes, setting up and taking down the dining areas.
• Prepares and delivers food and trays, wash dishes and cleans and sanitizes kitchen according to health standards.
• The aide will ensure full compliance with nutritional standards, internal procedures and government regulations while preparing and serving foods and beverages to TVH residents and staff.
• Dietary aides must learn the protocols and procedures for The Virginia Home.
• Dietary Aide to prepare dining rooms and tables, provide meal service to residents and maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining and kitchen areas.
• The Dietary Aide must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
• Must show attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions for reading recipes, dietary needs and meal orders.
• Must be physically able to prepare food, serve meals, as well as be able to operate kitchen equipment and clean up after meals.
• Must be compassionate and patient when working with residents, residents' family members and staff.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends. Must be flexible in scheduling.
• Willing and able to work well within a team environment.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and lift 30+ pounds.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
• Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray orders.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, residents’ families, staff, volunteers and visitors.
• Must participate in training and continuing education courses.

The Virginia Home provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Paid holidays

Shift:

• Morning shift

Work setting:

• Nursing home

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person