Dietary Aide

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Minimum of a high school education or GED
• •Ability to navigate computer programs as needed for the maintenance of records, communications within the facility, and obtaining need to know patient information for proper food service
• •Ability to read and follow recipes, basic mathematics knowledge, such as addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication
• •Ability to follow directions
• •Ability to adequately clean kitchen area and cooking utensils
• •Ability to carry food and dishes between kitchen and serving line
• •Ability to lift 10-20 pounds frequently
• •Ability to lift 0-10 pounds frequently
• •Ability to stand frequently
• •Ability to walk frequently
• •Ability to bend frequently
• •Ability to squat or kneel occasionally
• •Ability to climb a ladder occasionally
• •Ability to demonstrate proper safety practices in carrying out job duties
• •Ability to demonstrate behaviors consistent with organizational mission & goals
• •Ability to demonstrate appropriate job competencies
• •Ability to comply with organizational policies in course of duties
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical information
• •Ability to attend annual in-services and complete annual education in a timely manner
• •Ability to represent GRMC in a positive, professional manner on the job, electronically, and in the community
• •Ability to adhere to policies, procedures, and always maintain confidentiality
• •Ability to communicate the mission statement & core values of GRMC both on and off the job
• •Ability to comply with all hospital policies regarding ethical business practices
• •Ability to work independently and adapt to change
• •Ability to exercise creativity and be attentive to detail
• •Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and to prioritize work
• •Ability to have strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• •Ability to have well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• •Must be available for 7 days a week
• •Must be available for weekend shifts
• •Must be able to lift 10-25 pounds frequently
• •Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds occasionally
• •Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds occasionally
• •Must be able to lift 100+ pounds never
• •Must be able to stand frequently
• •Must be able to walk frequently
• •Must be able to sit occasionally
• •Must be able to squat or kneel occasionally
• •Must be able to bend frequently
• •Must be able to climb a ladder occasionally
• •Must be able to operate a dishwasher
• •Must be able to wash and cut vegetables and fruits according to procedures
• •Must be able to prepare salad bar items
• •Must be able to break down and clean salad bar area
• •Must be able to operate a cash register
• •Must be able to prepare coffee and urns
• •Must be able to prepare, load, transport, and clean food carts
• •Must be able to assist with tray assembly or food service line
• •Must be able to assist with care, cleaning and maintenance of department, equipment and supplies
• •Must be able to maintain department records, reports, and files
• •Must be able to participate in departmental meetings and in-service training sessions
• •Must be able to operate within budgetary guidelines
• •Must be able to participate in quality improvement projects
• •Must be able to come to work as scheduled
• •Must be able to arrive for work on time
• •Must wear identification on duty
• •Must have appropriate appearance for job duties
• •Must be able to learn and understand various types of patient diets
• •Must be able to assist in appropriate preparation based upon physician's orders
• •Must be able to set up and serve patient trays based upon established schedule and procedures
• •Must be able to minimize waste while maintaining proper rotation and disposal of items in accordance with food safety policies
• •Must be able to demonstrate practices to keep all medical information confidential

Desired Qualifications

• •Prior experience in large-scale food preparation
• •Knowledge of special diets
• •ServSafe Certification