Dietary Aide

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Care, the Dietary Aide performs duties assigned within Golden Links Lodge Dietary Department including food preparation, serving, and cleaning duties. Tasks include pre-preparation of food items, salad and sandwich production, dishwashing, clearing/setting tables, sweeping and washing floors, unpacking deliveries, etc. Ensures a safe and clean working environment is maintained. Refrigerators, storerooms, service areas, and equipment are kept in a clean and sanitary condition. Ensures all food safety and other requirements are maintained, including Manitoba Health Standards for Personal Care Homes.

Works within the framework of Golden Links Lodge's Mission, Vision and Values, and in accordance with its policies and procedures. Respects Residents' Rights at all times.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Grade 10 education is required.
• Food Handlers training certificate Level 1 or equivalent required.
• Food service experience is preferred.

Position Responsibilities and Duties

1. Food Services

• Portions out food and beverages on meal trays according to menu; loads, delivers, and unloads meal service carts.
• Ensures mealtime deadlines are met.
• Assists cooks as required.
• Operates dispensing machines; puts away and brings out supplies as required.
• Counts, weighs, and/or measures ingredients for assigned food preparation.
• Washes, peels, and stores vegetables and fruit.
• Works to minimize spoilage and waste.

2. Nutrition Services

• Serves Residents, staff, and visitors in a courteous, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Responsible for serving the correct diet to each Resident according to the menu and Resident preferences.
• Promotes Resident independence through appropriate setup assistance.

3. Sanitation and Safety

• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of work area and equipment.
• Works to ensure safety practices and procedures are adhered to.

4. Administration

• Performs assigned clerical duties, answers telephones.
• Works in accordance with Golden Links Lodge policies and procedures.

5. Personal/Professional Criteria

• Conducts self in a mature, responsible, pleasant manner and displays a positive work ethic.
• Maintains competency level by attending staff meetings, in-service programs or seminars.

6. Quality Program

• Participates in department Quality Program/Risk Management program.
• Contributes to improving food service for Residents and staff.

Supervision Received: Required to work with a minimum of supervision after initial direction.