Dietary Aide Job at Oakhill HealthCare, Massachusetts

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  • Oakhill HealthCare
  • Massachusetts

Job Description

Job Overview Summary:  

The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.  

Note:  The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.  

Functions:  

  • Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment  
  • Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order  
  • Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays  
  • Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned  
  • Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned  
  • Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned  
  • Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed  
  • Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families  
  • Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested  
  • Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times  
  • Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients  

Qualifications:  

Must be at least 17 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.  

Knowledge and Skills:  

  • Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills  
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills  
  • Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary  
  • Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents  
  • Ability to create a resident-centered environment  
  • Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations  
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations  

Required Responsibilities:  

Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.  

Core Competencies:  

  • Caring/Compassion  
  • Accountability  
  • Dependability  
  • Adaptability/Flexibility  
  • Effective Communication  
  • Detail Oriented  
  • Confidentiality  
  • Team Player  
  • Dedication  

Physical Demands

Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time

  None Occasionally up to 1/3 Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 Constantly 2/3 or more
Stand    x  
Walk    x  
Sit   x   
Talk or hear    x  
Finger, handle or feet   x   
Push/pull   x   
Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl   x   
Reach with hands and arms    x  
Taste or smell   x   

This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.

  None Occasionally up to 1/3 Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 Constantly 2/3 or more
Up to 10 lbs    x  
Up to 20 lbs    x  
Up to 50 lbs x    
Up to 100 lbs x    
> 100 lbs x    

 

This job has special vision requirements.

  • Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
  • Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
  • Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
  • Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
  • Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
  • Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
  • No Special Vision Requirements

This job has special hearing requirements.

  • Ability to hear alarms on equipment
  • Ability to hear client call
  • Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

Job Tags

Shift work,

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