divh2Dietary Aide/h2pThe Dietary Aide assists the Cook in the preparation and service of meals. Utilizes protective gear in all appropriate functions. Places prepared food on plates/trays in accordance with tray tickets in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Food Services Manager or Cook, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. Prepares and delivers food and trays, wash dishes and cleans and sanitizes kitchen according to health standards./ppEssential Functions:/pulliThe Dietary Aide must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others./liliAbility to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks./liliAbility to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving./liliMaintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance./liliDependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods./liliGeneral knowledge and understanding of nutrition./liliAbility to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards./liliAbility to maintain records and complete reports as required./liliWritten and oral communication skills./liliKnowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures./liliAbility to interact positively with residents, client and other personnel and the public./liliMust be able to work around food and cleaning products./li/ulpQualifications:/pulliA high school diploma or equivalent is required/liliRequired to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course within 60 days./li/ululliSpecialized training in foodservice is desirable/li/ulpPhysical Requirements: Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 30 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time./ppWork Schedule: As assigned, including some weekends, evenings and holidays/ppWork Environment: Clinical/ppCaraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law./p/div