Dietary Aide

Job summary

Prepares, assembles, serves, and distributes meals according to menus, portion standards, therapeutic diet requirements, and food safety procedures. Maintains clean and sanitary work areas and equipment, handles cashier duties and supplies, and supports training and quality control activities.

Job details

Qualifications Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards) Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within six (6) months Other combinations of education and experience will be considered Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated dexterity, speed, and efficient work methods Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures Ability to display independent judgment Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population Ability to respect and promote confidentiality Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis Position Summary Under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services or Nutrition Services Supervisor and coordination of the Cook, Lead Hand or Clerk, the Dietary Aide is responsible for performing the following activities according to related policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation: assists in all aspects of food service assembly, production and distribution to related areas with emphasis on portion control, waste control, proper sanitation and safety; ensures all food preparation adheres to menu and therapeutic specifications; maintains preparation areas, storage areas, and meal service areas in clean and sanitary condition; monitors and ensures food is served at optimal temperatures and leftovers are properly used; operates cash register and completes related cash procedures. Responsibilities Overview: Assists in the training and/or orientation of Nutrition Services staff and students. Ensures familiarity with all diets, the use of reference materials, and technical terms used in Nutrition Services. Adheres to the approved menu and therapeutic guidelines regarding the preparation and serving of therapeutic and/or texture-modified diets. Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian. Assists with food preparation as directed. This includes but is not limited to toast, cereal, nourishments, salads, cold food prep, sandwiches, desserts, beverages. Assembles/serves meals to clients in accordance with portion standards and serving guidelines (tray, dining room, or cafeteria service). Delivers food carts/trays to designated areas and collects soiled trays/dishes. Sets, clears, cleans and sanitizes dining room tables. Prepares and delivers items for catered functions. Performs cashier function. Washes dishes, pots, pans, and utensils in accordance with sanitation standards. Maintains sanitary conditions by thoroughly cleaning related Nutrition Services areas and equipment as per cleaning schedules. Follows established safe work procedures for all relevant equipment and tasks. Ensures all relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently. Ensures appropriate labeling, dating and storing or discarding of left overs, including hazardous food sample maintenance. Checks, orders, receives, monitors and unpack supplies as directed by the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or designate. Maintains par stock levels in designated areas. Assists with inventory procedures. Assists/participates in departmental quality control audits and procedures. Sundry duties as assigned.

What you’ll do

Prepares, assembles, serves, and distributes meals according to menus, portion standards, therapeutic diet requirements, and food safety procedures. Maintains clean and sanitary work areas and equipment, handles cashier duties and supplies, and supports training and quality control activities.

Requirements

Requires Grade 10 education or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus a current Level 1 Food Handler Training Certificate or willingness to obtain one within six months. Candidates should have Microsoft Office and internet application proficiency, effective communication and organizational skills, dexterity, flexibility, independent judgment, and the ability to respect confidentiality and cultural diversity.

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Cash handling · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Food service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Preparation
• Food Service
• Portion Control
• Sanitation
• Food Safety
• Therapeutic Diets
• Texture-Modified Diets
• Meal Assembly and Distribution
• Cash Handling
• Inventory Management
• Microsoft Office
• Organizational Skills
• Communication
• Independent Judgment
• Adaptability
• Confidentiality

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Security & Safety

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