Job description

Under supervision and guidance of Registered Dietitian, prepare and distribute meals for PACE Participants. Closely follow assigned recipes. Ensure food stocks are full in determining need to be replaced.

Job Roles

• Assist in helping prepare meals in consultation with the Registered Dietitian.
• Serve meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Assist Registered Dietitian with menu planning, and ensuring all special diets ordered are served to the appropriate PACE Participant.
• Follow recipes, prepare and cook food in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Ensure established meal plans are prepared in line with Registered Dietitian instructions.
• As directed, take note of food allergies and prepare food in line with Participants’ needs.
• Assist Registered Dietitian in interviewing patients to ensure personalized dietary needs are met.
• Record meals served accurately, and monitor food temperatures.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, etc., and distribute trays prepared to PACE Participants.
• Set up and take down dining areas to ensure distribution and collection of plates, glasses, etc.
• Collect and clean trays, wipe kitchen surfaces and sanitize as necessary.
• Properly dispose of food waste, and ensure plates and utensils are not contaminated.
• Assist Registered Dietitian to ensure all the necessary ingredients are in stock, and keep track of what is in the kitchen and what needs to be replenished.
• Ensure all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

• High School diploma or equivalent GED Certificate required.
• Food Handler’s permit required.
• Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County, to locations that may have limited access to public transportation; proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicle used is required. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Licensed for a minimum of 3 years; No more than 2 violations and/or accidents within 3 years; No vehicle related suspensions/reinstatements; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 7 years.

Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)

• 1-2 years of experience in the role of Dietary Aide, or assisting in food preparation and distribution of meals to designated patients or participants preferably with the older adult population.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and sanitation in food handling.
• Aptness in preparing meals in accordance with precise instructions.
• Ability to read and comprehend common recipes.
• Good verbal communication skills to include good customer service skills.
• Skill in operating cooking appliances, and cookware with the ability to work efficiently and safely.
• Prepares and serves morning breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack according to snack menu, portion control, diet orders, and time constraints. Ability to pay attention to detail to include following instructions for dietary needs, reading recipes and meal orders.
• Ability to record information accurately.
• Ability to work effectively with culturally, economically and educationally diverse populations
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Diego, CA 92115: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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