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The overall purpose of the Dietary Assistant position is to assist with the preparation of meals and snacks for residents within guidelines of the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparation of well-balanced and healthy food according to the menu for the day, so that residents will receive the meals they are expecting.
• Assist in placing food servings on plates using standard measuring ladles, scoops, spoons, etc. ensuring residents receive sufficient portions.
• Assist in making sure meals are served on time according to the established and posted mealtimes for the community, every time.
• Provide residents “seconds” as needed to satiate their appetites.
• Assist in preparing snacks for residents according to snack schedule and menu to ensure residents are getting adequate nutrition and hydration.
• Properly clean all equipment and work areas, including walls and floors, to provide a sanitary kitchen environment.
• Wash and sanitize dishes according to foodservice standards.
• Collect and place garbage and trash in designated containers.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent personal or health information concerning residents and staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• To be qualified for this position you must maintain a current Food Services Sanitation certificate and have one (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets.

As a regional network of skilled nursing communities, Helia has current open positions in most areas of nursing, skilled therapy, administration, management, dietary, housekeeping, laundry, and other operations. Most of our locations have both full- and part-time opportunities available on a variety of schedules. We will work hard to accommodate your desired work schedule. We provide competitive wages and medical/dental/vision benefits, along with an attractive array of 401k and other benefits.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a successful background check and drug screen.

Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.