Dietary Assistant

Job Title : Dietary Assistant Job Summary :

• The Dietary Aide performs a variety of food service functions including but not limited to preparing and assembling food items, setting up stations, serving and replenishing food. The Dietary Aide cleans and sanitizes workstations, counters, steam tables and other equipment. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.

Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure :

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• High school or equivalent
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• Knowledge of Basic Customer Service Skills, Good Verbal Communication, Reading and Writing
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Job Function :

1. Food Handling Including Preparation and/or Delivery
   1. Serve meals that are appetizing in appearance.
   2. Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
   3. Prepares fruits, cold foods and beverages for breakfast meal (ex. juices, fruits, dry cereal)
   4. Serve food in dining room as instructed. Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
   5. Clean work tables, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
   6. Fill condiments as needed.
   7. Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed. Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
   8. Assist cook in preparing meals, blending of meats, starches, vegetables and desserts for special diets.
   9. Prepare and deliver snacks and nourishments as instructed.
   10. Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc.
   11. Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
   12. Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
2. Sanitation and/or Cleaning
   1. Prepare food, etc., in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as with established policies and procedures. Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
   2. Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times. Follow established infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
   3. Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area. Wash and clean utensils as directed. Return clean utensils to proper storage areas. Sweep and mop floors as directed.
   4. Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to your supervisor immediately. Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor on the shift in which they occur.
   5. Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area. Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal.
   6. Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
   7. Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.
3. General Food Service
   1. Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent and efficient manner in order to ensure efficient departmental operations and the provision of high quality health care services.
   2. Observes and adheres to all departmental and facility policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards in order to ensure that high quality services are provided in a professional manner.
4. Other Duties as Assigned
   1. Attends and participates in meetings as required and participates on committees as directed.
   2. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
   3. Work a flexible schedule to ensure proper staffing.

The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System is a leading health care innovator in Louisiana and Mississippi. We bring together outstanding clinicians, the most advanced technology and leading research to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality and safest care possible.

This commitment is grounded in a history that is more than 100 years old, but reflected today by our strategic vision of transforming healthcare through superior performance and excellent patient care.
In the last fiscal year, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System had:

• 1,747 Licensed Beds
• 65,322 Discharges
• 44,592 OR Procedures
• 10,827 Full Time Employees
• 331,360 Inpatient Days
• 1,915 Active Medical Staff
• 229,296 Emergency Visits

As a nonprofit, mission-focused Catholic healthcare ministry, we give special attention to our citizens who are most in need. During the most recent fiscal year, we provided more than $39 million in unreimbursed care and community support to the underprivileged.

Our health system is one of the largest in Louisiana, with hospitals, clinics and physicians located throughout Louisiana and in Mississippi. In fact, we provide care to almost half of Louisiana’s citizens, and serve in Mississ