Dietary Assistant

Part-Time Dietary Assistant

Location: Center for Extended Care and Rehabilitation at Amherst - Amherst, Massachusetts
Position Type: Part-Time

About Us

 We are a 134-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility committed to providing compassionate, resident-centered care. We are seeking a Part-Time Dietary Assistant to Join our Team.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of your position is to provide assistance in all Dietary functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dining services policies and procedures. As a Dietary Assistant you are responsible for carrying out your assigned duties and report directly to the Chef Manager/Director of Dining Services

 Key Responsibilities

• Follow therapeutic diet cards as ordered by the physician.

•  Ensure proper serving temperature of the food and beverages.

•  Assure delivery on a timely basis.

•  Maintains visual appeal of the food and emphasis on the use of garnishes.

•  Adhere to daily nourishment list and stock nourishment stations.

•  Assist the cook in monitoring of meal serving times.

•  Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.

•  Audit menus and maintain adequate count.

•  Demonstrate correct safety techniques and follow safety guidelines as established and trained.

•  Respect and take care of facility equipment and is not wasteful of supplies.

•  Contribute to effective communication and pleasant working conditions.

•  Contribute to and promote positive resident and family relations.

•  Complies with privacy practices and protects resident health information.

•  Follow facility policies and procedures.

•  Continue growth and expand job knowledge.

•  Demonstrate leadership skills.

 Qualifications

• On-the- job training is provided however, candidates with previous dietary experience is helpful, in a health care setting is preferred.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

•  Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

•  Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

•  Must be able to follow oral and written communication.

•  Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the dining service areas; must perform regular inspections of dietary services areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.

•  Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

•  Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.

Benefits

• Starting Rate - $18.25 per hour

• Looking for someone able to work 16-24 hrs. per week/Including every other weekend. (4p-8pm schedule)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and Massachusetts required earned sick time

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Supportive team environment

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