Dietary Aide Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing meals, snacks and beverages following specific procedures
Serving meals, ensuring food safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times
Taking inventory of kitchen supplies and food items
Staying current on the individual procedures and protocols for their facilities, including state-specified rules and regulations
Setting up and taking down dining areas and assisting with kitchen maintenance and general cleaning
Assisting with educational programs on nutrition

Dietary Aide Qualifications and Skills:

Patience and compassion when working with residents and family members
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members and team members
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow instructions for meal orders, nutritional needs and recipes to ensure residents and patients receive appropriate food
Physical stamina to assist in food preparation and serving meals, helping residents with eating and cleaning up after meals

Dietary Aide Benefits: