Dietary Aide

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Position Summary

• The Dietary Aide performs a wide variety of duties related to patient meal service function.

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Education

• High School Diploma - Preferred

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Experience

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1-2 Years Foodservice or institutional food preparation/service - Preferred

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License & Certification

• None Required

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Core Job Functions

• Trays and nourishments are delivered to patients following established patient identifier procedures. Nourishments are stocked on patient units using par system as assigned, rotating stock and discarding outdated products.
• Stocks and prepares work station prior to meal service. Accurately assembles meal tray using standard procedures and portions. Cleans and restocks work station following meal service.
• Sets up assigned position according to procedure. Handles dishes and silver using approved chemicals and following appropriate infection control procedures. Properly stores clean dishware and utensils for next meal period.
• Food is accurately prepared, portioned, covered and labeled for each diet according to standardized recipes. Safe food handling procedures are followed.