Nutrition Services Aide Job at Henderson Health Care Services Inc in Henderson

Description:

About HHCS

Henderson Health Care Services is a full-service Critical Care Hospital, Long Term Care, and Family Clinic in Henderson & Sutton, NE. We are professional, fast-paced, collaborative and our goal is to provide the greatest healthcare option to Henderson, Sutton and surrounding area patients while maintaining a family-based culture.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting (currently under construction with major growth happening)
• Growth opportunities within HHCS
• Long term employees

Position

Responsible to portion foods onto the resident’s plate, making it as attractive as possible. Responsible to serve plates to residents with a positive attitude. Also responsible to clear the dirty dishes from the residents’ dining room tables.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• Must exercise initiative in keeping the area clean.
• Able to work with others and to learn to operate equipment.
• Must understand how to operate equipment.
• Some knowledge of food preparation is preferred.
• Must be able to learn and understand therapeutic diets.
• Serves correct diet ordered for each resident according to approved menu plan.
• Keeps personal clothing and hands clean, observing proper handwashing technique.
• Attends dietary meetings in order to preserve continuity and efficiency.
• Keeps kitchen and dining room areas clean and tidy, free of debris and odor.
• Sets up buffet for residents as scheduled.
• Serves plates for residents as scheduled.
• Cleans off soiled dishes and sanitizes tables.
• Replenishes supplies as needed.
• Mops and washes floors, cleans refrigerator and cupboards, and all daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties.
• Performs other assigned related duties.
• Abides by employee immunization/vaccination policies.

Requirements:

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Must be at least 16 years of age. Training and experience in a dietary setting is desirable. On-the-job training will be provided.