The Dietary Assistant has the opportunity to positively impact the lives of residents, guests, family members, and team members on a daily basis. This position plays a key role in providing high-quality food service and hospitality, contributing to a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
Qualified candidates will possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude, and consistently portray a positive image.
This role is part of a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence, where learning and growth are encouraged and supported.
Key Responsibilities:
- Consistently use the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values to guide daily decisions and actions
- Demonstrate a positive, respectful, and constructive attitude with residents and staff
- Provide quality culinary services that meet the needs of residents and guests
- Support a dining environment that promotes dignity, comfort, and respect
- Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellent customer service
- Maintain safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
- Participate in in-service education and training opportunities
- Follow all regulatory and company standards
- Work collaboratively with other departments to support resident care
- Serve as a reliable and positive team member
Schedule:
- 3:00 PM -- 8:00 PM
- Every other weekend off
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds consistently
- Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods (up to 4 hours at a time)
- Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching above head and below waist
- Ability to push, pull, and move food, equipment, and supplies
- Ability to tolerate heat, steam, and food-related environments
- Ability to safely use kitchen equipment and utensils
- Ability to read labels, recipes, thermometers, and measuring tools
- Ability to move between areas while carrying items
