Dietary Aide, Skilled Nursing Facility
Overview
Prepare and serve therapeutic meals for 100+ residents at Torrance Post Acute, a skilled nursing facility. Coordinate with the Cook and Dietary Manager to execute menus and meet dietary restrictions. Thrive in a close-knit team that prioritizes patient recovery and comfort. This role offers direct impact on resident wellbeing and a path to dietary management.
What You'll Do7
- 1Assemble meal trays per dietary orders and portion control standards, adjusting for texture modifications and allergies.
- 2Cook and prep ingredients such as vegetables, starches, and proteins following the facility's cycle menu.
- 3Serve meals during breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts, ensuring each resident receives the correct tray.
- 4Sanitize kitchen surfaces, carts, and utensils after each meal service using approved chemicals.
- 5Label and store leftovers and opened food items to meet Food Handlers guidelines.
- 6Track inventory of dry goods and refrigerated items, notifying the Cook when stock runs low.
- 7Support the Dietary Manager with monthly sanitation audits and temperature logs.
Requirements7
- 1High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2Food Handlers Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
- 31+ year in food service or healthcare dietary setting.
- 4Read and follow written menus and recipes with accuracy.
- 5Apply food safety rules including temperature control and cross-contamination prevention.
- 6Communicate clearly with residents, families, and kitchen staff.
- 7Stand for 8-hour shifts and lift up to 50 pounds.
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