The Sentinel of Port Jervis
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE : DIETARY AIDE

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RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serve food and beverages

2. Plan menus and prepare foods for special events.
3. Prepare and cook food, using menus in the food service program.
4. Adjust menus to utilize foods in the refrigerator and freezer to
prevent waste and spoilage.
5. Maintain an inventory and requisition food and supplies from
approved suppliers.
6. Maintain a clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment.
7. Ensure proper storage of food for infection control.
8. Participate in serving food.
9. Develop and implement policies and procedures in the food
service program that are in compliance with food service
regulations.
10. Coordinate and assign work to staff and residents involved in the
food service program.
11. Interview and recommend staff to Administrator.
12. Participate in performance evaluations and/or disciplinary action
required for food service staff.
13. Prepare the work schedule for food service staff.
14. Provide input for resident assistance plans.
15. Identify adaptive equipment or altered food preparation
procedures to assist residents in maintaining an independent
eating function.
16. Encourage and invite residents to participate in the food service
program.
17. Organize activities that revolve around food and food
preparation.
18. Carry out other duties as assigned.
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WORKING 1. Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures.
BEHAVIORS 2. Report on-the-job injuries to the REPORT TO before the end of the
work shift on the day the injury occurs.
3. Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with
coworkers, residents, families and visitors.
4. Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information
pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
5. Promote The Sentinel of Port Jervis in a positive way.
6. Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
KNOWLEDGE 1. Full command of the English language i.e. reading and writing
3. First Aid & CPR
EXPECTATIONS 2. Fire and safety procedures
3. State food-handling and kitchen regulations
4. Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal,
microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor,
meat slicer, mixer, etc.) and office equipment (FAX, photocopier,
telephone)
5. OSHA-MSDS sheets and procedures
WORKING 1. Heated/Air-conditioned, well-lit facility with minimal barriers
CONDITIONS 2. Kitchen can become quite hot during summer months
3. Weekend work on a rotation basis
4. Lifting, pushing or pulling up to 30 lbs., using proper body
mechanics or available equipment
5. Bending or kneeling to perform cleaning tasks in the kitchen and
dining room areas
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Demonstrated experience in food preparation

• Enjoyment in working with older adults
• Experience in supervision preferred

STANDARDS 1. Residents always come first, and their needs will be met unless
there is a conflict with the needs of others or the organization as a
whole.
2. Employees will not work under the influence of mood-altering or
illegal drugs or alcohol.
3. Neat appearance, adherence to the dress code and good personal
hygiene are expected.
4. Must be available for all training and in-service sessions