Adult Residential Services - Dietary Aid

Position Summary: As a Dietary Aide/Assistant at a 78-bed substance use disorder residential facility, your primary responsibility will be to support the Cook in providing nutritional balanced meals that are diabetic-friendly and incorporate farm-to-table ingredients. You will assist in meal preparation, kitchen organization, and ensuring the dietary needs of the residents are met. Initiate Resident and cafeteria meal tray assembly. Complete cold food preparation assembling salads, sandwiches and desserts as assigned. Move food trays and carts from resident care and other areas of the residential center. Assist in receiving supplies from vendors and restocking supplies to all areas of the department and resident rooms as assigned. Assist with serving food for residents, as assigned. Deliver floor stock, snack items and other supplies as assigned. Restock all service areas as assigned. Operates pot sink and dish machine as assigned. Maintain a clean, sanitary work environment. Remove and dispose garbage from all areas of the food services areas. Assist in other areas and tasks as assigned. Follow departmental and organizational policies. Maintain clean and sanitary work environment and equipment. Key Responsibilities: 1. Meal Preparation: Assist the Cook in preparing meals according to established recipes, ensuring proper portion control, cooking techniques, and adherence to food safety standards. Pay special attention to creating diabetic-friendly meals, limiting added sugars and carbohydrates. 2. Farm-to-Table Approach: Assist in sourcing and incorporating fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, supporting a farm-to-table approach to enhance the nutritional value and taste of the meals. 3. Dietary Accommodations: Collaborate with the Cook to accommodate special dietary needs of the residents, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets. Ensure that all meals meet the specific requirements and preferences of the residents. 4. Kitchen Organization: Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. Assist with inventory management, proper storage of ingredients, and equipment maintenance. 5. Meal Service: Support the Cook in ensuring that meals are delivered to residents in a timely and professional manner. Assist in setting up meal service areas, including portioning and plating meals according to established guidelines. 6. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the Cook and other team members to ensure smooth operations and effective communication. Share feedback, suggestions, and resident preferences to improve the quality of meals and resident satisfaction. 7. Food Safety and Sanitation: Follow food safety regulations and practices, including proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas. Maintain a high standard of hygiene and sanitation to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff. 8. Other duties as assigned. By focusing on providing nutritional balanced meals, diabetic-friendly options, and supporting a farm-to-table approach, you will contribute to the overall health and well-being of the residents at the substance use disorder residential facility. Your role as a Dietary Assistant is vital in ensuring that residents receive meals that meet their dietary needs and contribute to their recovery journey. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Performs tasks defined by the major intent of the position. Prepares and portions food items and beverages for residents before beginning the appointed hours of operation following sanitation guidelines. Assist with preparation and service for cafeteria areas as assigned. Completes routine and non-routine assignments in accordance to daily tasks in areas assigned. Operates the dishwasher according to directions and policies. Operates the three compartment sink according to directions and policies. Retrieves and transports soiled trays, carts, and other food service equipment and foods from …

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