Dietary Assistant- Part Time - Baltimore, United States - Catholic Charities of Baltimore

Catholic Charities of Baltimore
Catholic Charities of Baltimore
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Baltimore, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Mark Lane

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Part time
Description

rate is $16.00/hour

Schedule every other weekend 11am-7pm. Additional hours available PRN


Caritas House is currently seeking a
Dietary Assistant who will be responsible for transportation of food, assisting with serving meals and for cleaning the dining and kitchen areas.

Caritas House is a community for seniors that provides additional services that help our residents remain independent and safe. Our dining program provides our residents with three meals a day and access to healthy snack options.

The Dietary Assistant helps prepare the dining areas for meals and ensures the residents' needs are being met during meal times.

The position offers opportunities to learn food safety and food preparation techniques. The work schedule is Saturday and Sunday 11am - 7:30pm with various weekday shifts. 20 hours per week.


JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Respects resident's rights by recognizing the dignity of each individual and maintaining confidentiality of all elder
information.

  • Responsible for providing the highest quality service to all customers in a way that represents "Cherishing the Divine
Within" and the pursuit of excellence.

  • Maintains an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
  • Sets up Caritas dining room to prepare for each meal.
  • Picks up food carts, trays, etc. from St. Elizabeth kitchen and deliver to Caritas kitchen and dining area.
  • Ensures that meals served to elders match ticket.
  • Monitors the dining area during meals and assists elders as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:


  • High School or GED and 12 years' experience in institutional food service, healthcare is preferred.
  • Must be Servesafe certified, or become certified within 6 months of employment. Must have the ability to read, write/print legibly in order to carry out the duties of the job.
  • Must also be able to follow oral and written directions, maintain confidentiality and have a working
knowledge of food handling, storage, and preparation procedures.

  • Must also be able to use sound judgement; demonstrate sensitivity and patience; identify and respond to residents in need of assistance; and work effectively with a culturally diverse aging population. Position requires the ability to move freely throughout the building including reaching, bending, pushing, lifting at least 45 pounds. and standing 85% of the time.
  • Must possess visual and hearing acuity and clear speech sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job effectively.


Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer


Skills:
Preferred

  • DIETASST
  • DIETAIDE
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